Gurbaan garabkaaga ha kuugu jiro, ama gacalkaa hakuu hayo
GEnglish Translation
Let the drum be under your arm or held by your kin
Context & Meaning
Keep control or trust only close allies — independence or family is safety
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Geeri nin aanad aqoon iyo geeljirey, ku wanaagsantahay
Death is good for one you don't know and a camel-h...
Death is good for one you don't know and a camel-h...
Gar dabadeed, guu-guu baan nacay
After judgment, I hate murmuring
After judgment, I hate murmuring
Guur ninkii rabaa, guurti buu raadiyaa
He who wants marriage seeks elders
He who wants marriage seeks elders
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...
Gabadhu waa meel xun joog
A girl lives in a delicate place
A girl lives in a delicate place
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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.