Gubtay oo qabowday baa gubashada og
GEnglish Translation
Only the burned and cooled knows the burn
Context & Meaning
Experience teaches truth — pain gives wisdom
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "G"
Guul ninkii dadaalay bay raacdaa
Success follows the one who strives
Success follows the one who strives
Guur iyo geeriba lama gabto
Marriage and death can't be hidden
Marriage and death can't be hidden
God hadimo ha qodin; haddaad qoddana ha dheerayn, ku dhici doontaana ma ogid
Don't dig a trap; if you do, don't make it deep — ...
Don't dig a trap; if you do, don't make it deep — ...
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
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
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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.