Allah
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of Allah
First recorded in 1580–90; from Arabic Allāh, akin to ilāh “god”
Example Sentences
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“May Allah write you the reward and reward you with all good,” the instruction said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 4, 2026
He urged people to stay calm and go about their business "without any worries" and quoted from the Quran: "And Allah sent down His tranquility upon His Messenger and upon the believers."
From Barron's ● Jul. 1, 2026
The armed security guard at the San Diego mosque would greet every visitor without fail, responding “Salam wa rahamatullahi wa barakatuh” or “May the peace, mercy, and blessings of Allah be upon you too.”
From Los Angeles Times ● May 22, 2026
"I spent 12 years in pain, hiding myself, and praying constantly for children - at last, Allah heard me."
From BBC ● May 8, 2026
I don’t think anyone ever prayed more sincerely to Allah.
From "The Autobiography of Malcolm X" by Alex Malcolm X;Hailey
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