Gobanimo waa joome
GEnglish Translation
Nobility means standing firm
Context & Meaning
True honor requires stability, patience, and dignity
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "G"
Gardarro ma guulayso
Wrongdoing never triumphs
Wrongdoing never triumphs
Geeljire, geelu waa wada jiraa, waana kala jiraa
The herdsman's camels live together yet apart
The herdsman's camels live together yet apart
Geelow, geed walba waad daaqdaye, markaad Ciin daaqdo laguu yaabaa
O yellow camel, you've grazed every tree; only whe...
O yellow camel, you've grazed every tree; only whe...
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 — ...
Gacantii oodan goyn karin, waa la shumiyaa
The hand you can't cut, kiss it
The hand you can't cut, kiss it
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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.