Masjid
noun
A masjid is a building where Muslims gather for prayer and worship.
Every Friday, the community gathers at the masjid for the special prayers.
Often appears as...
- Friday prayers at the masjid
- community activities at the masjid
Usage tips
Neutral
mosque, prayer house, Islamic center
noun
A masjid is a building where Muslims gather for prayer and worship.
Every Friday, the community gathers at the masjid for the special prayers.
Often appears as...
- Friday prayers at the masjid
- community activities at the masjid
Usage tips
Neutral
mosque, prayer house, Islamic center
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Cultural Significance
Understanding the masjid as not just a building but a center of cultural and community activities.
Many communities organize events beyond prayers at the masjid, such as educational classes or interfaith dialogues.
Pro Tip 2/3Formality
Use 'masjid' in formal contexts when discussing Islamic architecture or religious practices.
In academic discussions, 'masjid' is preferred over the more generic term 'mosque' to reflect a deeper cultural respect.
Pro Tip 3/3Common Misconceptions
Some people confuse masjid with other religious buildings, but it specifically refers to those used for Islamic worship.
It's important to specify that not all places called 'mosque' serve the same community functions as a masjid.
Pro Tip 1/3Cultural Significance
Understanding the masjid as not just a building but a center of cultural and community activities.
Many communities organize events beyond prayers at the masjid, such as educational classes or interfaith dialogues.
Pro Tip 2/3Formality
Use 'masjid' in formal contexts when discussing Islamic architecture or religious practices.
In academic discussions, 'masjid' is preferred over the more generic term 'mosque' to reflect a deeper cultural respect.
Pro Tip 3/3Common Misconceptions
Some people confuse masjid with other religious buildings, but it specifically refers to those used for Islamic worship.
It's important to specify that not all places called 'mosque' serve the same community functions as a masjid.
Pro Tip 1/3Cultural Significance
Understanding the masjid as not just a building but a center of cultural and community activities.
Many communities organize events beyond prayers at the masjid, such as educational classes or interfaith dialogues.
Pro Tip 2/3Formality
Use 'masjid' in formal contexts when discussing Islamic architecture or religious practices.
In academic discussions, 'masjid' is preferred over the more generic term 'mosque' to reflect a deeper cultural respect.
Pro Tip 3/3Common Misconceptions
Some people confuse masjid with other religious buildings, but it specifically refers to those used for Islamic worship.
It's important to specify that not all places called 'mosque' serve the same community functions as a masjid.
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