Guusha ma dhalato, waa la dhalaa
GEnglish Translation
Victory isn't born; it's created
Context & Meaning
Effort makes success — nothing happens by chance
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "G"
Gurbaan garabkaaga ha kuugu jiro, ama gacalkaa hakuu hayo
Let the drum be under your arm or held by your kin
Let the drum be under your arm or held by your kin
Gadal-gadaal, geed looma koro
You can't climb a tree backward
You can't climb a tree backward
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...
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
Geel carruuri qaaday, ma foga
Camels led by children don't go far
Camels led by children don't go far
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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.