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Tajweed Rules Every Beginner Should Know

“And recite the Quran with measured recitation.”
— Surah Al-Muzzammil (73:4)

Introduction

Tajweed (ديوجت) literally means “to make better” or “to improve.” In the context of the Quran, Tajweed refers to the correct pronunciation and articulation of Arabic letters and words, as taught by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.

At Quran Educare, we often see new students eager to read the Quran fluently but unaware that even small pronunciation mistakes can change the entire meaning of Allah’s words. That’s why learning Tajweed is not just recommended—it’s essential.

Here are the most important Tajweed rules every beginner should learn and apply in their Quran recitation.

1. Makharij al-Huruf (Points of Articulation)

Every Arabic letter comes from a specific part of the mouth, throat, or nose. These are called Makharij.

Example:

• The letter ق (Qaaf) is pronounced from the deep throat

• The letter ض (Daad) is from the side of the tongue

Incorrect pronunciation = possible change in meaning

Learn the origin of each sound and practice regularly

2. Sifaat al-Huruf (Characteristics of Letters)

Each Arabic letter has characteristics like strength, softness, echo, or breath. Knowing these helps in proper pronunciation.

Common examples:

• Hams (breath): ش ،ح ،ث ،ف → sound flows with breath

• Qalqalah (echo): د ،ج ،ب ،ط ،ق → slight bounce when stopped

Tip: Don’t overdo or underdo the bounce of Qalqalah—balance is key.

3. Rules of Noon Sakinah and Tanween ( ـ / ن)

This is a foundational rule group affecting how you pronounce ن or Tanween sounds. The four sub-rules are:

1. Izhar – Clear pronunciation (e.g., نمآ نم)

2. Idgham – Merging letters (e.g., لمعـيم → لمعـي + نـم = لمعي نم)

3. Iqlab – Convert ن to م sound before ب

4. Ikhfa – Hidden nasal sound before 15 letters

You’ll hear these rules often in Surahs like Al-Fatiha, Yaseen, or Al-Baqarah.

4. Rules of Meem Sakinah ( م)

Similar to Noon Sakinah, these rules apply to the Meem (م) sound:

1. Ikhfa Shafawi – Hide the Meem before ب

2. Idgham Shafawi – Merge Meem with another Meem

3. Izhar Shafawi – Clear Meem before all other letters

Example:

• ركم مهل = Merge Meem sounds clearly

• باب ْمهيلع = Hide nasal Meem before Baa

5. Madd (Elongation Rules)

Madd means to stretch a vowel sound, and it’s crucial for proper rhythm in recitation.

Common types:

• Madd Tabee’i – Natural length (2 counts)

• Madd Munfasil / Muttasil – When letters with hamzah or long vowels meet (4–6 counts)

• Madd Lazim – Mandatory long stretch (6 counts)

Mistakes in Madd often distort the flow and meaning of a verse.

6. Ghunnah (Nasal Sound)

Ghunnah is the nasalized sound that comes especially during:

• Idgham with Ghunnah

• Ikhfa

• Shaddah on Noon and Meem

Duration: 2 beats (not too long, not too short)

Practice with Surahs like An-Nas and Al-Falaq

7. Stopping and Starting Rules (Waqf and Ibtida)

Knowing where to pause (Waqf) and where to resume (Ibtida) is very important for meaning.

• Small Jeem (ج) = allowed to pause

• Laam Alif (لا) = not allowed to stop

• Meem (م) = necessary stop

Stopping in the wrong place can reverse meanings—so always follow pause signs in the Mushaf.

How Quran Educare Makes Tajweed Easy for Beginners

We understand that Tajweed can feel overwhelming at first, especially for non-Arabic speakers. That’s why our Quran Educare Tajweed programs are:

• Taught online with live, qualified teachers

• Include practice, revision, and feedback

• Use slow, clear recitation from expert Qaris

• Tailored for kids, adults, and new Muslims

We break down Tajweed step by step, making it practical and easy to implement.

Conclusion

Learning Tajweed isn’t just about sounding beautiful—it’s about respecting the words of Allah ﷻ and preserving their true meaning. By learning these basic rules, you lay the foundation for correct and confident Quran recitation.

Remember: every letter you recite with care earns you reward—and draws you closer to your Creator.

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