Tajwid is the science of studying how to read the Qur’an correctly according to established rules. The word “tajwid” comes from the Arabic word jawwada, which means “to beautify” or “to improve.” Its purpose is to preserve the purity of the Qur’anic recitation as taught by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.

The following is a general description of tajwid:

Definition of Tajwid

– Linguistically: Tajwid means to beautify or improve.

– In terms of terminology: Tajwid is the science used to determine how to pronounce the letters of the Qur’an from their makhraj (place of articulation) and their characteristics, as well as the rules related to recitation.