Allah (en. Allah)
/aˈla/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
God in the Islamic faith.
Muslims believe in Allah as the only God.
Los musulmanes creen en Allah como el único Dios.
Term used in prayers and calls to God.
In prayer, the faithful turn to Allah.
En la oración, los fieles se dirigen a Allah.
Etymology
From Arabic 'اللَّه', which is the proper name for God in Islamic culture.
Common Phrases and Expressions
In the name of Allah
In the name of Allah.
Bismillah
God willing
If Allah wills.
Inshallah
What Allah has willed
What Allah has wanted.
Mashallah
Related Words
Islam
Monotheistic religion that worships Allah.
Islam
Quran
Sacred text of Islam, considered the word of Allah.
Corán
Muslim
Person who practices the Islamic faith.
Musulmán
Slang Meanings
Expression of surprise or admiration.
Allah, how impressive this is!
¡Allah, qué impresionante es esto!
Colloquial usage among young people to refer to something incredible.
That car is Allah.
Ese coche es Allah.