Gadal-gadaal, geed looma koro
GEnglish Translation
You can't climb a tree backward
Context & Meaning
Progress needs the right approach — face challenges head-on
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "G"
Guur ninkii rabaa, guurti buu raadiyaa
He who wants marriage seeks elders
He who wants marriage seeks elders
Geeri nin aadan aqoonin iyo geeljiray, ku roon tahay
Death of a stranger or herdsman is easier to bear
Death of a stranger or herdsman is easier to bear
Guur naag la'aan, go' la'aan
Without a wife, there's no comfort
Without a wife, there's no comfort
Guur nin waayeel ah, waa gabadh waalid la'aan
An old man's marriage is like a girl without paren...
An old man's marriage is like a girl without paren...
Guur aan guri lahayn, waa hadal raqiis ah
Marriage without a home is mere talk
Marriage without a home is mere talk
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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.