Geeri nin aadan aqoonin iyo geeljiray, ku roon tahay
GEnglish Translation
Death of a stranger or herdsman is easier to bear
Context & Meaning
We grieve most for those close to us — empathy comes from connection
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "G"
Guurti gurracan, guur baa ka xun
Crooked elders are worse than bad marriage
Crooked elders are worse than bad marriage
Gar dabadeed, guu-guu baan nacay
After judgment, I hate murmuring
After judgment, I hate murmuring
Gacmo wadajir bay wax ku gooyaan
Joined hands cut better
Joined hands cut better
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
Guusha nin quustay ma gaadho
The hopeless never achieve victory
The hopeless never achieve victory
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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.