Istitalah (Elongation)
Letter Qualities
الاستطالة
The sound of dad extends along the side of the tongue.
When it applies
- ض
How to pronounce it
The side of the tongue presses the upper molars and the sound travels along that edge. Dad is the hardest letter in Arabic for most learners.
Worked examples
Each is cited so you can find it in the mushaf and check it yourself.
| Reference | Example | Note |
|---|---|---|
| 1:7 | الضَّالِّينَ | Dad extends along the tongue’s side. |
Common mistakes
- Producing a heavy dal instead.
- Using the tip of the tongue rather than the side.