Noorani Qaida Lesson 3: Pronunciation of Separately Recited Letters
Noorani Qaida lesson 3: These letters are the special letters that appear at the beginning of some Surahs of the Noble Quran. As the name of this lesson tells that these letters will be read out as separate letters but there are certain rules that applied to them while pronouncing. This lesson is the extension of Noorani Qaida lesson 16. Before going to read this lesson if you have not practiced the noon and meem rules then this lesson will be very difficult for you. In the previous lesson (Noorani Qaida lesson 2), we have covered the meem rules and noon rules. So, you need to perfect these rules because these rules will appear in this lesson.
Noorani Qaida Lesson 3 Video
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In this lesson, you will learn:
- Madd Lazim Tajweed rule.
- Rules of Noon and Meem Sakin tajweed rule.

Learn to Pronounce الم (Alif Lam Meem) in Quran for Beginners
📋 Transcript الم: read it as “alif laaaam’ meeeem”
🔊 An audio file offering a comprehensive guide for beginners to pronounce the disjointed letters Alif Lam Meem with correct vowels, perfect for learning Quranic recitation with precision.
Remember that we have studied that if after ا ، و ، ی
- A letter Hamzah comes we stretch it up to 4 harakats.
- If a Sukoon comes then we stretch it up to 6 harakats.
In this word, we have ا, لام and م. Here is the same thing, in the letter لام we have alif and then meem sukoon. So, this lam will be stretched up to 6 harakats. And the same rule is for the letter میم. Here, after the letter ی we have م which is saakin. So, it will also be stretched up to 6 harakats.
Another point is that we have two consecutive meem here. One is in لام and the other is in میم so remember also the rules of meem. The first meem will be merged into the second meem making ghunnah on it.

Guide to Pronouncing المص Alif Lam Meem Saad for Quran Reading
📋 Transcript المص: read it as “alif laaaam’meeeem Saaaad’d”
🔊 Listen to an audio file that teaches beginners how to pronounce Alif Lam Meem Saad with a focus on vowel sounds, designed to improve your Quranic recitation skills.
Here, after the meem, we have a letter ص it means that we have to show the meem before it. And in the letter صاد we have alif and sukoon letter. So, the letter ص will also be stretched up to 6 harakats.

How to Pronounce الر Alif Lam Ra in Quran Lessons
📋 Transcript الر: read it as “alif laaaam raa”
🔊 An interactive audio file helping new learners master the pronunciation of Alif Lam Ra with a focus on the correct tone for Quranic recitation.

Master Pronunciation of المر Alif Lam Meem Ra for Beginners
📋 Transcript المر: read it as “alif laaaam’meeeem raa”
🔊 An audio file guiding beginners to pronounce Alif Lam Meem Ra with proper vowels and stress, ideal for developing Quranic reading skills.

Pronunciation of كهيعص Kaf Ha Ya Ayn Saad for Quran Learning
📋 Transcript كهيعص: read it as “kaaaaf Haa yaa ayeeeen’nSaaaad”
🔊 An audio file explaining the pronunciation of the disjointed letters Kaf Ha Ya Ayn Saad in an easy way, designed for beginners on their Quran learning journey.
Here in the letter عین there appears a noon so noon rules will be applied here. After this noon we have صاد which is a heavy letter. So, make a hiding ghunnah will joining the letter عین and صاد

Guide to Pronouncing طه Ta Ha in Quranic Recitation
📋 Transcript طه: read it as “TaaHaa”
🔊 Listen to an audio file teaching the correct pronunciation of Ta Ha with a focus on vowel sounds, perfect for beginners in Quranic reading.

Learn to Pronounce طسم Ta Seen Meem in the Quran
📋 Transcript طسم: read it as “Taa seeeem’meeeem”
🔊 An audio file providing detailed lessons on pronouncing Ta Seen Meem with vowels, suitable for beginners aiming to enhance their recitation.
Here in the letter سین there is a noon. So, don’t forget to apply the noon rules here. After, noon there is a meem from یرملون . Hence, noon will be merged into meem making ghunnah also.

Master Pronunciation of يس Ya Seen for Beginners
📋 Transcript يس: read it as “yaa seeeen”
🔊 An audio file guiding beginners to pronounce Ya Seen with a focus on tone, ideal for learning to recite Surah Ya Seen.

Pronunciation of the Letter Saad ص in Quran for Beginners
📋 Transcript ص: read it as “Saaaad’d”
🔊 An audio file teaching beginners how to pronounce the letter Saad with emphasis on correct intonation, suitable for improving Quranic reading.

Guide to Pronouncing حم Ha Meem in Quranic Recitation
📋 Transcript حم: read it as “haa meeeem”
🔊 Listen to an audio file providing an explanation of Ha Meem pronunciation with vowels, designed for beginners learning the Quran.

Learn Pronunciation of حم عسق Ha Meem Ayn Seen Qaf
📋 Transcript حم: read it as “haa meeeem”
🔊 An interactive audio file helping beginners master the pronunciation of Ha Meem Ayn Seen Qaf with a focus on Tajweed rules.

How to Pronounce the Letter ق Qaf in the Quran
📋 Transcript ق: read it as “qaaaaf”
🔊 An audio file guiding new learners to pronounce the letter Qaf correctly with attention to vowel variations, ideal for developing reading skills.

Master Pronunciation of Nun ن in Quran Lessons
📋 Transcript ن: read it as “noooon”
🔊 An audio file offering a practical lesson on pronouncing Nun with emphasis on tone, suitable for beginners learning Surah Al-Qalam.
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FAQs about Noorani Qaida Lesson 3 – Separately Recited Letters
What are the separately recited letters in Noorani Qaida Lesson 3?
The separately recited letters, also called Huroof e Muqatta’at, are unique letters that appear at the start of some Surahs in the Quran, like “الم” (Alif Laam Meem) or “كهيعص” (Kaaf Haa Yaa Ain Saad). In Lesson 3, you’ll learn to pronounce these letters one by one, applying special Tajweed rules. It’s an exciting step toward reading the Quran beautifully!
Why are these letters important, and where do they appear in the Quran?
These letters matter because they’re part of Allah’s divine words, found at the beginning of 29 Surahs, such as Surah Al-Baqarah (“الم”) and Surah Al-Kahf (“كهيعص”). Their full meaning is a mystery known only to Allah, but pronouncing them correctly is key to proper recitation. Think of it as your gateway to connecting with the Quran!
How do I correctly pronounce words like “الم” and “المص” in this lesson?
“الم”: Say it as “Alif Laaaam Meeem”. Stretch the “Laam” for 6 harakats since it’s followed by a silent letter (Sukoon).
“المص”: Say “Alif Laaaam Meeem Saaad”, stretching the “Laam” and “Meem” and giving “Saad” its heavy sound.
It might feel new, but with a little practice, you’ll sound amazing!
What is the Madd Lazim rule, and how does it apply to these letters?
Madd Lazim is a Tajweed rule where you stretch a letter for 6 harakats when it’s followed by a Sukoon. In Lesson 3, this applies to letters like “Laam” in “الم”, which you stretch because the “Meem” after it is silent. It’s like giving your voice a moment to flow—try it out!
How do the rules of Noon and Meem from Lesson 2 integrate into Lesson 3?
From Lesson 2, you learned rules like Ikhfaa and Idghaam for Noon and Meem Sakin. In Lesson 3, these come up again with the separately recited letters. For example, in “الم”, the two Meems blend together with a nasal sound called Ghunnah. It’s like building on what you already know—pretty cool, right?
Are there any tricky letters or exceptions in Lesson 3?
Yes, heavy letters like “Ain” (ع) and “Saad” (ص) can be a bit challenging. In “كهيعص”, for instance, the Noon before “Saad” needs a hidden Ghunnah. Don’t stress if it feels tough at first—you’ll conquer these with practice!
What are some effective practice tips for mastering Lesson 3?
✅ Listen and repeat: Follow a teacher or audio guide to get the sound just right.
✅ Take it slow: Break down each combination, focusing on stretching and Ghunnah.
✅ Record yourself: Play it back to hear your progress.
✅ Stay consistent: Just 10-15 minutes daily can work wonders. You’re doing great—keep it up!
Quick answers to common questions about pronouncing disjointed letters in Noorani Qaida Lesson 3. Learn the basics and improve your Quranic recitation.
How do I pronounce the disjointed letters in Noorani Qaida Lesson 3?
In Lesson 3, you say each letter separately with its own sound. Listen to the audio on the page to get it right.
What are the separately recited letters in the Quran, and how do I recognize them?
They’re special letters like Alif Lam Meem at the start of some chapters. You spot them because they stand alone, not in a word.
What’s the best way to practice pronouncing these letters correctly?
Listen to the audio or a teacher, then repeat. Focus on your mouth position and practice daily.
Can you explain the pronunciation rules for these letters in simple terms?
Say each letter by itself, not mixed together. Some need a longer sound, and the lesson shows you how.
Are there any audio tools or resources that can help me with the pronunciation?
Yes, the page has audio files. You can also use Quran apps or YouTube for extra help.
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