What does « allahu alam » mean ?

Meaning of « allahu alam »

That means : Allah is more learned, Allah knows better.

Here are the main spellings of this word :

  • allahu alam
  • allahu alam

How to pronounce « allahu alam » ?

The exact pronunciation is allahou a'lam.

How to write « allahou a'lam » in arabic ?

We write : الله أعلم

When to say « allahou a'lam » ?

  • After showing off some knowledge.


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