Safir (Whistling)
Letter Qualities
الصفير
A sharp whistling sound accompanying three letters.
When it applies
- ص
- ز
- س
How to pronounce it
Air is forced through a narrow channel at the tip of the tongue, producing an audible whistle.
Worked examples
Each is cited so you can find it in the mushaf and check it yourself.
| Reference | Example | Note |
|---|---|---|
| 1:6 | الصِّرَاطَ | Sad whistles heavily. |
Common mistakes
- Flattening the whistle so sad sounds like seen.
- Over-whistling to the point of distortion.