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How to Speak About Ramadan in English


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In this lesson, we’ll explore the meaning of Ramadan and key English vocabulary related to this important time of fasting, reflection, and community. Whether you’re learning English or just want to understand more about this holy month, we’ll break down important words, phrases, and traditions in a simple way. Perfect for English learners who want to improve their vocabulary while learning about culture!💙 OVER 100 BONUS ENGLISH LESSONS? Become a channel member. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCakDTg9dhhAsr3WmHyJDa-g/join📰 Get 15% off GROUND NEWS https://check.ground.news/AmericanEnglishBrent 🇹🇷 🇸🇪 👨🏼‍🦱 Want a Hair Transplant? Check out https://cabhealth.com/Get 10% off a hair transplant Code Brent10 1. Ramadan – A holy month of fasting for Muslims. • : Many Muslims around the world fast during Ramadan. 2. Fast – To not eat or drink for a period of time, often for religious reasons. • : Muslims fast from sunrise to sunset during Ramadan. 3. Suhoor – The early morning meal before fasting begins. • : Before dawn, Muslims eat Suhoor to prepare for the day. 4. Iftar – The evening meal that breaks the fast. • : Families gather for Iftar when the sun sets. 5. Dawn – The time early in the morning when the sun begins to rise. • : Suhoor must be eaten before dawn. 6. Sunset – The time in the evening when the sun goes down. • : Muslims can break their fast at sunset. 7. Prayer – Talking to God in a religious way. • : Muslims pray five times a day, especially during Ramadan. 8. Qur’an – The holy book of Islam. • : Many Muslims read the Qur’an during Ramadan. 9. Charity – Giving to people in need. • : Charity is important in Ramadan, and many people donate food and money. 10. Mosque – A place where Muslims go to pray. • : Many people go to the mosque for special prayers during Ramadan. 11. Taraweeh – Special extra prayers performed at night during Ramadan. • : Many Muslims go to the mosque for Taraweeh prayers. 12. Eid al-Fitr – The festival at the end of Ramadan. • : Eid al-Fitr is a time for celebration and family gatherings. 13. Celebration – A joyful event to mark something special. • : Eid al-Fitr is a big celebration at the end of Ramadan. 14. Dates – A type of fruit often eaten to break the fast. • : Many Muslims eat dates to break their fast at Iftar. 15. Reflection – Thinking deeply about something, often in a spiritual way. • : Ramadan is a time for reflection and self-improvement. 16. Discipline – The ability to control yourself and follow rules. • : Fasting during Ramadan teaches discipline and patience. 17. Patience – The ability to wait or suffer without complaining. • : Fasting helps people practice patience and self-control. 18. Self-control – The ability to stop yourself from doing something. • : Fasting requires self-control to avoid eating and drinking all day. 19. Generosity – The quality of giving freely to others. • : Ramadan teaches generosity, and people share food with neighbors. 20. Community – A group of people who share something in common. • : Ramadan brings the Muslim community together through prayer and fasting. 21. Spiritual – Related to religion and the soul. • : Ramadan is a spiritual time for Muslims to grow closer to God.22. Idolatry (noun): Worshiping an object or person as a god.: In some religions, idolatry is forbidden because people should only worship one God.23. Calligraphy (noun): Beautiful and artistic handwriting.: The Quran is often written in calligraphy to make the words look beautiful.24. Pillar (noun): A strong post that holds up a building or an important idea that supports something.25. Abrahamic Religions (noun): Religions that believe in one God and trace their history to Abraham.

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