How to pronounce tajwid
Say it like taj-WEED. Tajwid has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (WEED).
- taj
- WEED
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Tajwid pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- tajKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- WEEDSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of tajwid
American and British speakers say tajwid in essentially the same way: /tædʒˈwid/ in the US and /tædʒˈwiːd/ in the UK.
British respelling: taj-WEED.
What does tajwid mean?
- The rules governing pronunciation during recitation of the Qur'an.
Words that rhyme with tajwid
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of tajwid.
Questions about saying tajwid
How do you pronounce tajwid?
Say taj-WEED. The American pronunciation is /tædʒˈwid/. In British English it is /tædʒˈwiːd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in tajwid?
Tajwid has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (WEED). Broken into parts: taj · WEED.
Do Americans and Brits say tajwid the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /tædʒˈwid/ and the British form is /tædʒˈwiːd/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.