Allah in Arabic
"Allah" is written الله in Arabic and pronounced al-LAH. God. Arabic-speaking Muslims, Christians and Jews all use this word for God.
الله
- In Arabic
- الله
- Pronunciation
- al-LAH
- Meaning
- God. Arabic-speaking Muslims, Christians and Jews all use this word for God.
How to write Allah in Arabic, letter by letter
- ا Alif: long "a" as in "father"
- ل Lam: "l" as in "love"
- ل Lam: "l" as in "love"
- ه Ha: "h" as in "hat"
Allah in Arabic calligraphy
Allah (الله) in Thuluth, Nastaliq, Kufi, Naskh and display fonts, each downloadable as a transparent PNG.
When it is used
Seen on wall art, mosque decoration and jewellery. Calligraphers often write it with the shadda and a small alif above the lam.
Tattoos and respect
Many Muslims consider it disrespectful to tattoo the name of God or a religious phrase, because the ink sits on the skin and can be exposed to impurity. For wall art, cards and decoration, these phrases are very common.
Frequently asked questions
How do you write Allah in Arabic?
الله, from right to left.
How do you pronounce الله?
al-LAH. The syllables in capitals are stressed.