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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Islamic schools in the province complied on Thursday, looking to Allah for relief.
From Barron's ● Oct. 22, 2026
“May Allah write you the reward and reward you with all good,” the instruction said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 4, 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
"Oh Allah, my child, forgive me," Erika wrote in video's caption.
From BBC ● Apr. 27, 2026
She liked the idea that there was more in the world than the eye could see, that Allah had put us here with purpose, and she was devoted to honoring her newfound relationship with Him.
From "Proud" by Ibtihaj Muhammad
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