Guur waa go' iyo gar
GEnglish Translation
Marriage is both bedding and responsibility
Context & Meaning
Pleasure must balance with duty — love requires maturity
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "G"
Geel indho kuul, muxuu ka kasaa?
What does the camel gain from beads in its eyes?
What does the camel gain from beads in its eyes?
Gadal-gadaal, geed looma koro
You can't climb a tree backward
You can't climb a tree backward
Gardarro looma garbo yeelo
No one defends injustice
No one defends injustice
Guur waa laba garab iyo laba qalbi
Marriage is two shoulders and two hearts
Marriage is two shoulders and two hearts
Guur xun, geeri ka roon
A bad marriage is worse than death
A bad marriage is worse than death
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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.