Muslims around the world have been observing a four week period of fasting during Ramadan and will soon celebrate the arrival of Eid al-Fitr, the ‘festival of breaking the fast’.
In 2024 Eid is expected to fall on Wednesday, April 10 and if you would like to share your best wishes with Muslims during the holiday you can always wish them a happy Eid in English.
But if you would prefer something more authentic, here are seven Arabic greetings you can use to wish someone a “happy Eid”, including “Ramadan Mubarak” and “Ramadan Kareem”.
5. Ramadan Sa’id
Ramadan Sa’id ("ra-mah-dan say-eed") is a greeting common to Egypt, according to Arabian Tongue, and it is another simple greeting to effectively say "Happy Ramadan" to someone. Photo: ferozeea via Canva Pro
6. Asakum Min Awada
Asakum Min Awada ("Asakum min owwadah") is a friendly greeting which translates to "may you be around with us next Eid as well!" Photo: Neirfy via Canva Pro
7. Mubarak Alaikum Al Shahar
Mubarak Alaikum Al Shahar ("Moo-bar-ack A-lay-kum Al Sha-har") is a more general greeting for Ramadan as it means "may this month be a blessed one". Photo: Bezierpuma via Canva Pro