Faith Companion · Islamic words explained

Alhamdulillah Meaning in Islam

الحمد لله — all praise belongs to God.

What does Alhamdulillah mean?

Alhamdulillah is an Arabic expression meaning “all praise belongs to God.” Understanding the words helps learners recognize how remembrance of God appears in everyday Muslim speech.

When do Muslims say Alhamdulillah?

Alhamdulillah expresses praise and gratitude, including in response to good news or when asked how one is doing.

Quran reference

Quran 1:2 opens with al-hamdu lillahi rabbi l-alamin, praising God as Lord of the worlds. Read the Quran passage.

How to keep learning

Explore what dhikr means, the basics of Islam, or continue with another commonly used expression:

• Inshallah meaning
• Mashallah meaning
• Bismillah meaning

These are introductory language explanations, not school-specific religious rulings.