Quick Facts
- Level
- Intermediate
- Category
- Madd and lengthening
- When it occurs
- It occurs when a madd letter ends a word, is followed by exactly one non-madd letter, and the reciter stops on that word.
- Letters involved
- ا · و · ي
What is Madd 'Arid li-Sukun?
'Arid li-Sukun means occurring because of sukoon. A natural madd letter stands at the end of a word, one non-madd letter follows, and the reciter stops there. The stop imposes a temporary sukoon on the final letter, and the madd letter may then be lengthened two, four, or six counts. If the reciter continues instead, the temporary sukoon disappears and only the two counts of natural Madd remain. This rule shows how a stopping decision changes timing.
When does it occur?
It occurs when a madd letter ends a word, is followed by exactly one non-madd letter, and the reciter stops on that word.
Which letters are involved?
How is it pronounced?
When stopping: two, four, or six counts are permitted and should be applied consistently. When continuing: only the two counts of natural Madd.
Examples
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Common Mistakes
- Keeping the long length even while continuing recitation.
- Confusing the temporary stop-sukoon with the permanent sukoon of Madd Lazim.
Important Differences
Madd 'Arid li-Sukun and Madd Tabii
Study the condition, letters, and sound of Madd 'Arid li-Sukun alongside Madd Tabii so the two patterns are not treated as interchangeable.
Compare Madd TabiiMadd 'Arid li-Sukun and Madd Lin
Study the condition, letters, and sound of Madd 'Arid li-Sukun alongside Madd Lin so the two patterns are not treated as interchangeable.
Compare Madd LinMadd 'Arid li-Sukun and Madd Lazim Kalimi
Study the condition, letters, and sound of Madd 'Arid li-Sukun alongside Madd Lazim Kalimi so the two patterns are not treated as interchangeable.
Compare Madd Lazim KalimiRemember
The sukoon is a guest of the stop: it arrives when you pause and leaves when you continue.
Practice
Try to identify the trigger first, say the sound slowly, then listen and repeat. Short, accurate practice is more useful than rushing through many examples.
- Why does the length of 'Arid li-Sukun depend on whether you stop or continue?
- Which longer madd looks similar but always takes six counts?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which count should I choose for 'Arid li-Sukun?
Two, four, or six counts are permitted; choose one duration and keep it consistent through the recitation, ideally with a teacher's guidance.
Sources
- Tajweed Rules Reference Used as a comparative terminology reference for the rule families and their standard teaching labels.
Important Note
Tajweed is best learned through both understanding and listening. Written explanations can help you understand the rules, but correct pronunciation, timing, and articulation are best learned by listening to a qualified reciter or teacher and practicing along with them.
For the best results, combine reading, listening, repetition, and guidance from a qualified Tajweed teacher.