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Allahu

Allahu

1 9.9
An exclamation calling on God to show strong feeling like surprise or fear
  • interjection
  • Informal
translation icon : ¡Allahu!
  • Allahu akbar!
  • Allahu akbar
  • shouting 'Allahu'

Look at this Hamas cheerleaders in Brooklyn, NY Allahu Akbar.

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Examples

  • Allahu akbar!

    Hot Shots! (1991)

  • This is the guy who was screaming Allahu akbar!

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  • Allahu akbar!

    Hot Shots! (1991)

  • The Prophet offered the Fajr Prayer near Khybar when it was still dark and then said, "Allahu-Akbar!"

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  • Allahu Akbar, y'all!

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  • When she saw the devastation, she exclaimed, "Allahu akbar!" in shock.

  • During the celebration, the crowd chanted, "Allahu akbar!" to express their joy.

  • As the fire spread, he shouted, "Allahu akbar!" in fear.

Synonyms

good God
vsAllahu
  • Informal
35 8.2

An exclamation that shows strong surprise or shock

focuses more on fear or distress rather than disbelief
aaaah
vsAllahu
  • Informal
30 7.5

A short loud sound people make to show strong feeling, like fear or surprise

is a religious exclamation used for serious distress rather than general feelings
aargh
vsAllahu
  • Informal
4 9.9

A short cry people make to show strong feelings like anger or pain

is an appeal to a deity expressing distress rather than a human angry outburst
aaahh
vsAllahu
  • Informal
2 9.9

A short cry that shows fear, pain, or alarm

is a divine invocation that expresses strong emotion rather than a raw scream
aagh
vsAllahu
  • Informal
1 9.9

A short cry people make when they are suddenly scared

is a direct divine appeal in fearful moments rather than a cry
Oh my Allah
vsAllahu
  • Informal
9.5

A short phrase showing surprise or disbelief used by people who call on Allah

uses a general divine invocation rather than a specific name

Surface Forms

Allahu main

Etymology

Allahu is used as a quick exclamation calling on Allah, often to show surprise, fear, or distress. Because it comes from the Arabic word for 'God', saying Allahu is like crying out to God in a sudden or scary moment.