Gubasho waa gubasho, geed iyo guri midna ha ahaato
GEnglish Translation
Burning is burning, whether a tree or a house
Context & Meaning
Pain is pain — suffering feels the same regardless of form
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "G"
Gabadhu waa meel xun joog
A girl lives in a delicate place
A girl lives in a delicate place
Gardarro looma garbo yeelo
No one defends injustice
No one defends injustice
Guur waa laba garab iyo laba qalbi
Marriage is two shoulders and two hearts
Marriage is two shoulders and two hearts
Guurti gurracan, guur baa ka xun
Crooked elders are worse than bad marriage
Crooked elders are worse than bad marriage
Guur waa ganacsi laba dhinac leh
Marriage is a two-sided trade
Marriage is a two-sided trade
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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.