Gabadhu waa meel xun joog
GEnglish Translation
A girl lives in a delicate place
Context & Meaning
A woman's reputation is fragile — protect dignity and honor
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "G"
Gacantii oodan goyn karin, waa la shumiyaa
The hand you can't cut, kiss it
The hand you can't cut, kiss it
Gumur urta, weyna gurudaa
The bad-smelling resin is scraped off
The bad-smelling resin is scraped off
Guur waa laba garab iyo laba qalbi
Marriage is two shoulders and two hearts
Marriage is two shoulders and two hearts
God mar ku asturay xumaantiisa lama sheegsheego
Once a pit has covered your shame, don't expose it...
Once a pit has covered your shame, don't expose it...
Gaashaan-qaad ma anbado
The shield-bearer never flees
The shield-bearer never flees
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About Somali Proverbs
Somali proverbs (Maahmaah Soomaali) are an integral part of Somali culture, passed down through generations. They reflect the wisdom, values, and experiences of the Somali people, often relating to pastoral life, community, and traditional values.