穆斯林
mùsīlín
In Chinese, the English word 'muslim' is translated as 穆斯林 (mùsīlín). Wiktionary also lists 伊斯蘭教徒 / 伊斯兰教徒 (Yīsīlánjiàotú) and 回教徒 (huíjiàotú).
Meaning: believer of Islam (noun)
Ways to say it
| Chinese | Romanization (Wiktionary) |
|---|---|
| 穆斯林 | mùsīlín |
| 伊斯蘭教徒 / 伊斯兰教徒 | Yīsīlánjiàotú |
| 回教徒 | huíjiàotú |
The terms are used to refer to a believer of Islam. The adjective form can also be expressed using 穆斯林 or 清真.
What does it mean word for word?
穆斯林 is a phonetic transliteration of the word 'Muslim'.
Which one should you use?
In contrast, 伊斯蘭教徒 or 伊斯兰教徒 is a more formal term constructed from the name of the religion, 伊斯兰教 and the suffix for follower, 徒. 回教徒 is another way to refer to a follower of Islam.
Related words
How do you pronounce it?
mùsīlín
Did you know?
- In many parts of China, the word 清真 (qīngzhēn), often used to describe 'halal' food, literally translates to 'pure and true'.
- The character 穆 (mù) in 穆斯林 is chosen for its phonetic sound but also carries a meaning of 'solemn' or 'reverent' in classical Chinese.
- The suffix 徒 (tú) in 伊斯兰教徒 originally referred to a disciple or a follower of a master, often used in Buddhist contexts before being applied to Islam.
Examples in context
- 他真的很想做穆斯林。He really wants to be Muslim.This sentence is useful for expressing a desire to become a Muslim using 穆斯林.Tatoeba #8748529 by cxpadonis, translation #8254309 by Amastan
- 巴基斯坦是一個穆斯林國家。Pakistan is a Muslim country.This sentence is useful for describing a country with a Muslim population using 穆斯林.Tatoeba #13556596 by LeviHighway, translation #477053 by CK
- 我选择了克里姆这个穆斯林名字。Karim is my chosen Muslim name.This sentence is useful for mentioning a name chosen by a Muslim using 穆斯林.Tatoeba #8743531 by cxpadonis, translation #8275886 by Amastan
- 7 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Two friends are discussing food options for a dinner party.
- 志强 Zhiqiang餐厅里有适合穆斯林吃的菜吗？Cāntīng lǐ yǒu shìhé Mùsīlín chī de cài ma?Does the restaurant have dishes suitable for a Muslim to eat?
- 梓涵 Zihan有的，这里有很多清真食品。Yǒu de, zhèlǐ yǒu hěnduō qīngzhēn shípǐn.Yes, there are many halal foods here.
- 志强 Zhiqiang那太好了，梓涵，你觉得呢？Nà tài hǎole, Zǐhán, nǐ juédé ne?That's great, Zihan, what do you think?
- 梓涵 Zihan我觉得这样对那位穆斯林朋友很周到。Wǒ juédé zhèyàng duì nà wèi Mùsīlín péngyǒu hěn zhōudào.I think this is very thoughtful for that Muslim friend.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “muslim” translations, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
