Geeli waa geel, wixii gooyaana waa geel
GEnglish Translation
A camel is a camel, and what kills it is also a camel
Context & Meaning
Sometimes your own kind causes your downfall — beware from within
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Proverbs starting with "G"
Guur xun, geeri ka roon
A bad marriage is worse than death
A bad marriage is worse than death
Guur, gogol iyo gar, saddexaa lagu gartaa
Marriage is known by its bedding, conduct, and fai...
Marriage is known by its bedding, conduct, and fai...
Gabadhu waa meel xun joog
A girl lives in a delicate place
A girl lives in a delicate place
Gabadha dheg-dameer in leeg bay ku dansantaa, wiilkana in til leeg buu ku darsantaa
A girl values donkey's ears' size; a boy adds a ha...
A girl values donkey's ears' size; a boy adds a ha...
Gacani waa miskiin
A hand alone is poor
A hand alone is poor
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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.