Guur aan guri lahayn, waa hadal raqiis ah
GEnglish Translation
Marriage without a home is mere talk
Context & Meaning
Commitment requires preparation — stability supports love
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "G"
Geeri nin aadan aqoonin iyo geeljiray, ku roon tahay
Death of a stranger or herdsman is easier to bear
Death of a stranger or herdsman is easier to bear
Gumur urta, weyna gurudaa
The bad-smelling resin is scraped off
The bad-smelling resin is scraped off
Gari laba nin kama wada qosliso
Judgment never pleases both sides
Judgment never pleases both sides
Guur waa god
Marriage is a pit
Marriage is a pit
Guurti gurracan, guur baa ka xun
Crooked elders are worse than bad marriage
Crooked elders are worse than bad marriage
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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.