Gari laba nin kama wada qosliso
GEnglish Translation
Judgment never pleases both sides
Context & Meaning
Every ruling leaves one unhappy — fairness doesn't mean universal joy
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Proverbs starting with "G"
Guur waa gunti iyo gees
Marriage is a knot and a corner
Marriage is a knot and a corner
Gudineey, ima goyn, haddaan badhkay kugu jirin
Oh knife, you can't cut me unless part of me is wi...
Oh knife, you can't cut me unless part of me is wi...
Geeljire, geelu waa wada jiraa, waana kala jiraa
The herdsman's camels live together yet apart
The herdsman's camels live together yet apart
Geed joog, gartii waa yaqaan; laga dhimayna dhaxalkii waa yaqaan
The standing tree knows both justice and inheritan...
The standing tree knows both justice and inheritan...
Guur naag la'aan, go' la'aan
Without a wife, there's no comfort
Without a wife, there's no comfort
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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.