Gacantii oodan goyn karin, waa la shumiyaa
GEnglish Translation
The hand you can't cut, kiss it
Context & Meaning
Respect the powerful — diplomacy over confrontation
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "G"
Guur waa go' iyo gar
Marriage is both bedding and responsibility
Marriage is both bedding and responsibility
Geeri nin aanad aqoon iyo geeljirey, ku wanaagsantahay
Death is good for one you don't know and a camel-h...
Death is good for one you don't know and a camel-h...
Gari laba nin kama wada qosliso
Judgment never pleases both sides
Judgment never pleases both sides
Guur iyo gabay toona lama gabto
Neither marriage nor poetry can be concealed
Neither marriage nor poetry can be concealed
Guur waa god
Marriage is a pit
Marriage is a pit
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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.