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Iqra

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Meaning: "Read, recite"

IK-rah
/ˈɪkrɑː/
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What Does Iqra Mean?

Iqra means "Read, recite".

Different Meanings of Iqra (2)

  • 1Read
  • 2Recite

Iqra means "read" or "recite." It was the first word of the Quran revealed to Prophet Muhammad, making it a name of immense spiritual and educational significance.

Etymology and Historical Origins

From Arabic اقْرَأْ (Iqra'), the imperative form of qara'a meaning "to read or recite." The first word revealed in the Quran.

How to Pronounce Iqra

IK-rah

Syllables: Iq-ra

IPA: /ˈɪkrɑː/

Iqra Name Origin

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Iqra Aziz

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Iqra in Other Scripts

Arabic

إقرأ

Urdu

اقراء

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Frequently Asked Questions About Iqra

What does Iqra mean?
Iqra means "read" or "recite." It is the first word of the Quran to be revealed, symbolizing the importance of knowledge.

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