faradhi
fah-RAH-dhee
How to say it
Swahilifaradhifah-RAH-dhee
Englishreligious duty, obligation (Islam)
Frenchobligation religieuse (islam)
Meaning
In Islam, an act that every believer must perform, such as the five daily prayers, fasting in Ramadan and giving zakat.
Good to know
N class noun, the same in singular and plural. Its opposite is sunna, an act that is recommended but not required; wajibu is a general duty.
Examples
- Swala tano ni faradhi kwa kila Mwislamu.The five prayers are an obligation for every Muslim.
- Kufunga mwezi wa Ramadhani ni faradhi.Fasting in the month of Ramadan is a religious duty.
- Sheikh alifundisha kuhusu faradhi za dini.The sheikh taught about the duties of the religion.
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