Geeri nin aanad aqoon iyo geeljirey, ku wanaagsantahay
GEnglish Translation
Death is good for one you don't know and a camel-herder
Context & Meaning
Loss feels lighter when distant — closeness deepens sorrow
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Proverbs starting with "G"
Gadhba gadh baa la tusaa
Every beard meets another beard
Every beard meets another beard
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...
Geesi Alle ma xidho
God doesn't bind the brave
God doesn't bind the brave
Gar dabadeed, guu-guu baan nacay
After judgment, I hate murmuring
After judgment, I hate murmuring
Geel dareeray, nin ka dayrshay ma awliya Allaa
He who predicted the camels' departure isn't a sai...
He who predicted the camels' departure isn't a sai...
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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.