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"
Guur laguma degdego, laguna raago
Don't rush into marriage or delay it too long
Don't rush into marriage or delay it too long
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
Gubashada geed ma wada hadho
When a tree burns, no leaf survives
When a tree burns, no leaf survives
Guur waa gunti iyo gees
Marriage is a knot and a corner
Marriage is a knot and a corner
Gadal-gadaal, geed looma koro
You can't climb a tree backward
You can't climb a tree backward
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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.