How to Pronounce "hafiz"
word
ˈhɑːfɪz
HAH-fiz
hˈæfɪz
ha-FIZ
Definition
A hafiz is a person who has completely memorized the entire Quran, the holy book of Islam.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhɑːfɪz
British English
hˈæfɪz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HAH-fiz
UK
ha-FIZ
Listen in Context
My uncle is a hafiz and teaches children at the mosque.
A hafiz spends years memorizing the Quran.
The community respected the hafiz for his dedication.
Becoming a hafiz takes a lot of patience and daily practice.