Gorgortan saaxiib iyo walaal toona ma yaqaan
GEnglish Translation
Bargaining recognizes neither friend nor brother
Context & Meaning
Business and emotion don't mix — trade by fairness, not favor
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "G"
Gari laba nin kama wada qosliso
Judgment never pleases both sides
Judgment never pleases both sides
Gees lo'aad kulaylkaa lagu gooyaa
An ox's horn is cut by heat
An ox's horn is cut by heat
Guur iyo geeriba lama gabto
Marriage and death can't be hidden
Marriage and death can't be hidden
Guusha nin quustay ma gaadho
The hopeless never achieve victory
The hopeless never achieve victory
Gubasho waa gubasho, geed iyo guri midna ha ahaato
Burning is burning, whether a tree or a house
Burning is burning, whether a tree or a house
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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.