Guur nin waayeel ah, waa gabadh waalid la'aan
GEnglish Translation
An old man's marriage is like a girl without parents
Context & Meaning
Both lack natural balance — mismatched unions bring challenge
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "G"
Guur waa gogol iyo gar
Marriage is bedding and judgment
Marriage is bedding and judgment
Geel soddon qaaday, saddex kuma dari waayo
A camel carrying thirty can bear three more
A camel carrying thirty can bear three more
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?
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...
Guur iyo guul waa labo guri kala yaal
Marriage and victory live in separate houses
Marriage and victory live in separate houses
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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.