Common Arabic Phrases

When to use: The standard Islamic greeting used when meeting anyone

When to use: The required response to the Islamic greeting

When to use: Welcoming someone to your home or gathering

When to use: Casual morning greeting

When to use: Casual evening greeting

When to use: Asking about someone's wellbeing

When to use: Saying farewell to someone who is leaving

When to use: Said before starting any action -- eating, reading, traveling

When to use: Expressing gratitude, after sneezing, or finishing a meal

When to use: When speaking about future plans or intentions

When to use: Expressing admiration or joy while acknowledging Allah's will

When to use: Thanking someone in an Islamic way

When to use: Blessing someone, congratulating, or showing appreciation

When to use: Said to someone who sneezes (after they say Alhamdulillah)

When to use: Said when leaving the house or embarking on a task

When to use: Said throughout prayer, in the Adhan, and to express awe

When to use: Recited during Ruku (bowing) in prayer

When to use: Said when rising from Ruku in prayer

When to use: Recited during Sujood (prostration) in prayer

When to use: Said after rising from Ruku when standing

When to use: Opening of the Tashahhud recited while sitting in prayer

When to use: Said after prayer and when seeking repentance

When to use: Glorifying Allah, expressing wonder at His creation

When to use: The declaration of faith (Shahadah), core of Islamic belief

When to use: Seeking strength from Allah in difficult situations

When to use: Placing trust in Allah during trials and hardship

When to use: Said upon hearing news of a death or calamity

When to use: A comprehensive Quranic supplication (from Surah Al-Baqarah 2:201)

When to use: Expressing amazement, wonder, or awe at something beautiful

When to use: Expressing deep realization, shock, or during moments of reflection

When to use: Said after a supplication or when hearing a dua

When to use: Expressing admiration and acknowledging Allah's blessings

When to use: Seeking protection from evil, anger, or harmful situations

When to use: Maintaining gratitude even in difficult or unpleasant situations

When to use: Expressing contentment and acceptance of Allah's decree