Gubashada geed ma wada hadho
GEnglish Translation
When a tree burns, no leaf survives
Context & Meaning
Destruction consumes all — shared harm spares none
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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
Gacantii oodan goyn karin, waa la shumiyaa
The hand you can't cut, kiss it
The hand you can't cut, kiss it
Gorgortan saaxiib iyo walaal toona ma yaqaan
Bargaining recognizes neither friend nor brother
Bargaining recognizes neither friend nor brother
Guur waa go' iyo gar
Marriage is both bedding and responsibility
Marriage is both bedding and responsibility
Gumur urta, weyna gurudaa
The bad-smelling resin is scraped off
The bad-smelling resin is scraped off
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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.