Arabic
بِسْمِ اللَّهِ
Transliteration
Bismillah.
English meaning
In the name of Allah.
اردو ترجمہ
اللہ کے نام سے۔
Source: Sahih Muslim 2017; Abu Dawud 3767 (longer form if forgotten)
When to recite
At the beginning of a meal. If forgotten, say the longer form when remembered.
Benefit / note
Blesses the food and follows the Sunnah of starting with Allah’s name.
Translations are for understanding. For legal rulings, consult a qualified scholar. Check prayer times so you can recite after Maghrib, Isha, or Fajr on time.