Gudini geed ma goyso, haddaan geed kale ku goyn
GEnglish Translation
An axe can't fell a tree without striking another
Context & Meaning
Every act has a cost — nothing happens in isolation
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "G"
Gorayo la hubsaday haad bay noqotay
The heron, when checked, turned out to be a bird
The heron, when checked, turned out to be a bird
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...
Guur iyo guul waa labo guri kala yaal
Marriage and victory live in separate houses
Marriage and victory live in separate houses
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
Gardarro ma guulayso
Wrongdoing never triumphs
Wrongdoing never triumphs
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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.