Gaws iyo gustoona layskuma ag dhaqaaqiyo
GEnglish Translation
The jaw and the comb don't move together
Context & Meaning
Some roles can't coexist — avoid conflicting duties
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "G"
Guur aan guri lahayn, waa hadal raqiis ah
Marriage without a home is mere talk
Marriage without a home is mere talk
Guur marka hore waa sino dhuuban, marka dambena waa sino ballaaran
Marriage starts as narrow sin, ends as wide sin
Marriage starts as narrow sin, ends as wide sin
Geeljire, geelu waa wada jiraa, waana kala jiraa
The herdsman's camels live together yet apart
The herdsman's camels live together yet apart
Gardarro looma garbo yeelo
No one defends injustice
No one defends injustice
God hadimo ha qodin; haddaad qoddana ha dheerayn, ku dhici doontaana ma ogid
Don't dig a trap; if you do, don't make it deep — ...
Don't dig a trap; if you do, don't make it deep — ...
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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.