Ramadan Mubarak: Hear Greetings in Different Languages

The Muslim holy month of Ramadan begins soon. Here’s how to say Ramadan Mubarak to someone in other languages around the globe.

The holy month of Ramadan begins on Thursday, 23 March, following the announcement made by the authorities in Saudi Arabia and other countries throughout the Middle East.

Around 1.9 billion Muslims live in the world. This is approximately 25% of the global population. Indonesia is home to the largest Muslim population in the world, with 230 million Muslims. Pakistan comes in second place with 212 million Muslims. India is next (200 million), followed by Bangladesh (150) and Nigeria (100).

Around the world, many Muslims will be preparing for a month-long fasting and the celebrations that accompany it. During this month, observing Muslims will wake up early to eat a meal before dawn, called suhoor. They’ll then break their fast with iftar at sunset.

Why is Ramadan holy to Muslims?

According to Muslims, Ramadan is the month in which the Quran was revealed to Prophet Muhammad over 1,400 years ago.

Fasting is considered one of the five pillars of Islam, along with daily prayers, the Muslim declaration, charity, and the Hajj pilgrimage if you are physically and financially able.

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Ramadan Sayings in Different Languages

A new moon is usually sighted to start the month, and a rush of greetings follows. Many nations with a majority of Muslims have their greetings.

The most popular sayings include “Ramadan Mubarak,” “Ramadan Kareem,” and “Ramadan Kareem.” The Arabic expressions “blessed Ramadan,” “generous Ramadan,” and similar ones are used.

With joy and open arms, Muslims around the world welcome the holy month of Ramadan! It’s a time for spiritual reflection, community connection, and celebrating faith through fasting, prayer, and good deeds. To share in the spirit of Ramadan, here are some beautiful greetings you can use in different languages:

Arabic:

رمضان مبارك (Ramadan Mubarak): This classic greeting translates to “Blessed Ramadan” and is the most widely used across the Arab world.
تقبل الله صيامكم وقيامكم (Taqabbal Allah Siyamakum wa Qiyamakum): This expresses the wish that God accepts your fasts and your prayers.
Turkish:
Ramazanınız mübarek olsun (Ramazanınız mübarek olsun): This translates to “May your Ramadan be blessed” and is the standard greeting in Turkey.
Ramazan bereketi üzerinize olsun (Ramazan bereketi üzerinize olsun): This wishes the blessings of Ramadan to be upon you.
Urdu:
رمضان مبارک (Ramadan Mubarak): Similar to Arabic, this is the most popular greeting in Urdu-speaking regions like Pakistan and India.
رمضان کا مہینہ آپکے لیے برکتوں اور خوشیوں کا باعث بنے (Ramadan ka mahinah aap ke liye barkaton aur khushiyon ka sabab bane): This wishes you blessings and happiness throughout the month of Ramadan.
Malay:
Selamat menyambut Ramadan al-Mubarak (Selamat menyambut Ramadan al-Mubarak): This translates to “Happy Ramadan” in Malay and is used in Malaysia, Singapore, and Brunei.
Semoga amal ibadah kita diterima Allah SWT (Semoga amal ibadah kita diterima Allah SWT): This expresses the hope that our deeds and prayers during Ramadan are accepted by God.
Persian:
رمضان مبارک (Ramadan Mubarak): Again, this classic greeting is used in Iran and other Persian-speaking regions.
ماه رمضان، ماه رحمت و برکت بر شما مبارک باد (Mahe Ramadan, mahe rahmat va barkat bar shoma mubarak bad): This wishes you blessings and prosperity during the month of Ramadan, which is considered a month of mercy and blessings.
These are just a few examples, and there are countless other beautiful Ramadan greetings in different languages. Remember, the most important thing is to share your sincere well wishes and celebrate the spirit of this holy month.
Pro Tip:
When sending greetings to someone in a different language, it’s always a nice gesture to learn the pronunciation. Many online resources and language learning apps can help you with this.
May this Ramadan be filled with light, peace, and abundant blessings for everyone!