rak'ah

A form of rak'a — A sequence of movements (including recitation, bowing, and prostration) that constitutes one of two to four cycles of Islamic prayer (salat).

Meanings

nounrak'ah (plural rak'at)

plural rak'at

  1. alternativeAlternative form of rak'a.
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