Guur waa gogol iyo gar
GEnglish Translation
Marriage is bedding and judgment
Context & Meaning
It involves intimacy and responsibility — both pleasure and patience
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "G"
Guur laguma degdego, laguna raago
Don't rush into marriage or delay it too long
Don't rush into marriage or delay it too long
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
Guur waa nasiib
Marriage is destiny
Marriage is destiny
Geesi Allaah ma xilo
God doesn't neglect the brave
God doesn't neglect the brave
Gudineey, ima goyn, haddaan badhkay kugu jirin
Oh knife, you can't cut me unless part of me is wi...
Oh knife, you can't cut me unless part of me is wi...
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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.