Allah
nounUK /ˈalə/
US /ˈɑːlə/
The name for God in the Islamic religion.
Muslims pray to Allah five times a day.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. The supreme being and creator of the universe in Islamic belief.
The Quran teaches that Allah is merciful and kind.
3. A word used by Arabic-speaking people of different faiths to mean God.
Arabic-speaking Christians also use the word Allah for God.
4. The central focus of Muslim prayer and devotion.
During Ramadan, believers feel closer to Allah through fasting.