How to Pronounce Halal

To pronounce "halal", say HAL-al — 2 syllables, IPA /həˈlæl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/həˈlæl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “halal”

"halal" has 2 syllables: hal-al. It rhymes with salal and maillol, if that helps it stick.

What does halal mean?

verb

  1. To make halal.

adjective

  1. Permissible, according to Muslim religious customs, to have or do.
  2. (of food) Fit to eat according to Muslim religious customs.

adverb

  1. In a halal manner; in accordance with Muslim religious customs.

Synonyms

nonharam

Antonyms

haram

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Words that rhyme with halal

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salalmailloldalalkalal

Related words

islamicpermissibleallowablepermitablepermittableallowedpermittedtolerable

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "halal"?▾

"Halal" has 2 syllables: hal · al.

What is the IPA transcription of "halal"?▾

The IPA transcription of "halal" is /həˈlæl/.

What does "halal" mean?▾

Halal: To make halal.

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