بارك الله
barak Allah
The English phrase 'God bless' is translated into Arabic as بارك الله (barak Allah).
بارك الله is used to express a wish for divine favor or protection upon someone. It is also commonly used as a way to say 'thank you' or to express gratitude for someone's kindness or help.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of the verb بارك (to bless/bestow blessing) and the noun الله (God).
How does it change in a sentence?
When using this phrase, the suffix changes depending on whom you are addressing. To say 'God bless you' specifically to a female, use بارك الله فيكِ. To address a group of people, the suffix changes to بارك الله فيكم.
How do you pronounce it?
barak Allah
When do people say it?
In some Arabic-speaking cultures, placing the right hand over the heart is a sign of sincerity while expressing blessings.
Did you know?
- Depending on the region, a speaker might use بارك الله to ward off the 'evil eye' when praising someone's success or beauty.
- In many Arabic dialects, responding to بارك الله فيك with a similar blessing is considered more polite than a simple 'you are welcome'.
- The term الله may have evolved from al-ilāh, which literally means 'the deity'.
Examples in context
- بارك الله فيك يا زيري.God bless you, Ziri.This sentence is useful for seeing how to say 'God bless you, Ziri' using بارك الله.Tatoeba #11985754 by dididodo, translation #10213798 by Amastan
- الله يبارك فيك. / آمين.May God bless you. / Amen.
- ربنا يسعدك. / شكرًا جزيلا.May God make you happy. / Thank you very much.
- بارك الله في عمرك.bāraka Allāhu fī 'umrika.May God bless your life.
- بارك الله في مالك.bāraka Allāhu fī mālika.May God bless your wealth.
Example conversation
Sarah thanks Ziad for helping her move some boxes.
- سارة Saraشكراً جزيلاً على مساعدتك يا زياد.Shukran jazilan 'ala musa'adatika ya Ziyad.Thank you very much for your help, Ziad.
- زياد Ziadلا شكر على واجب يا سارة.La shukra 'ala wajib ya Sarah.You are welcome, Sarah.
- سارة Saraبارك الله فيك.Baraka Allahu fik.God bless you.
- زياد Ziadوفيك بارك الله.Wa fiki baraka Allah.And may God bless you too.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries الله, بارك, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
