How do you say happy islamic new year

In Islamic tradition, the new year is not celebrated as a holiday, but rather as the beginning of a new Islamic year, which is called "Hijri" or "Islamic New Year". It marks the start of the 12th month of the Islamic calendar, Muharram.

Here are some ways to wish someone a happy Islamic New Year:

  1. "Mabrook" (مبارك) - This is an Arabic phrase that means "Congratulations" or "Blessings" and is often used to wish someone a happy new year.
  2. "Taqabbal Allahu minna wa minkum" (تقبل الله منا و منكم) - This phrase means "May Allah accept it from us and from you" and is often used to wish someone a happy new year.
  3. "Ramadan Mubarak" - While Ramadan is a specific month in the Islamic calendar, this phrase is often used to wish someone a happy new year, as it is a time of celebration and renewal.
  4. "Eid Mubarak" - Eid is a celebration that marks the end of Ramadan, but the phrase "Eid Mubarak" can also be used to wish someone a happy new year.
  5. "As-salamu alaykum wa rahmatullahi wa barakatuh" (السلام عليكم و رحمة الله و بركاته) - This is a common Islamic greeting that means "Peace be upon you and the mercy of Allah and His blessings".

In English, you can simply say:

Remember to respect the cultural and religious traditions of those you are wishing a happy new year to, and avoid using phrases that may be considered insensitive or offensive.