Guul ninkii dadaalay bay raacdaa
GEnglish Translation
Success follows the one who strives
Context & Meaning
Hard work attracts achievement — effort breeds victory
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "G"
Gubasho waa gubasho, geed iyo guri midna ha ahaato
Burning is burning, whether a tree or a house
Burning is burning, whether a tree or a house
Gar dabadeed, guu-guu baan nacay
After judgment, I hate murmuring
After judgment, I hate murmuring
Gari Ilaahay bay taqaan
Justice belongs to God
Justice belongs to God
Gubashada geed ma wada hadho
When a tree burns, no leaf survives
When a tree burns, no leaf survives
God mar ku asturay xumaantiisa lama sheegsheego
Once a pit has covered your shame, don't expose it...
Once a pit has covered your shame, don't expose it...
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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.