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Ramadan

ra-muh-DAHN

Ramadan (name) means the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar, during which Muslims fast from dawn to sunset; also a male given name. Example: “Muslims around the world observe Ramadan each year.”

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The ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar, during which Muslims fast from dawn to sunset; also a male given name.
"Muslims around the world observe Ramadan each year."

Word forms

Ramadans plural

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Etymology

Borrowed from Arabic رَمَضَان (ramaḍān).

Origin: Arabic

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Ramadan” mean?

The word “Ramadan” means the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar, during which Muslims fast from dawn to sunset; also a male given name.

How do you pronounce “Ramadan”?

“Ramadan” is pronounced ra-muh-DAHN (/ɹæməˈdɑːn/ in IPA).

How do you use “Ramadan” in a sentence?

Here is “Ramadan” used in a sentence: “Muslims around the world observe Ramadan each year.”

What part of speech is “Ramadan”?

“Ramadan” is a name.

Where does the word “Ramadan” come from?

The word “Ramadan” comes from Arabic. Borrowed from Arabic رَمَضَان (ramaḍān).

Is “Ramadan” a common word?

“Ramadan” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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