Guur iyo guul waa labo guri kala yaal
GEnglish Translation
Marriage and victory live in separate houses
Context & Meaning
Success in one area doesn't guarantee peace in another
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "G"
Gaal dil, gartiisana sii
Kill the infidel, but give him his right
Kill the infidel, but give him his right
Gari laba nin kama wada qosliso
Judgment never pleases both sides
Judgment never pleases both sides
Gardarro looma garbo yeelo
No one defends injustice
No one defends injustice
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...
Guur waa go' iyo gar
Marriage is both bedding and responsibility
Marriage is both bedding and responsibility
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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.