Guur ninkii rabaa, guurti buu raadiyaa
GEnglish Translation
He who wants marriage seeks elders
Context & Meaning
Proper process brings blessing — respect customs
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Proverbs starting with "G"
Gudini geed ma goyso, haddaan geed kale ku goyn
An axe can't fell a tree without striking another
An axe can't fell a tree without striking another
Geed joog, gartii waa yaqaan; laga dhimayna dhaxalkii waa yaqaan
The standing tree knows both justice and inheritan...
The standing tree knows both justice and inheritan...
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...
Guur naag la'aan, go' la'aan
Without a wife, there's no comfort
Without a wife, there's no comfort
Guur, gogol iyo gar, saddexaa lagu gartaa
Marriage is known by its bedding, conduct, and fai...
Marriage is known by its bedding, conduct, and fai...
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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.