Eid is a time of joy, prayer, reflection, and togetherness. Whether it’s Eid ul-Fitr or Eid ul-Adha, Muslims across the world greet each other with warm wishes of peace and happiness. While the sentiment remains the same, the words used to say “Happy Eid” vary from country to country.
This guide explores how Muslims express Eid greetings in different languages, giving you a global view of how this beautiful celebration unites diverse communities with one universal message: peace, gratitude, and joy.
Common Eid Greeting in Arabic
Arabic: Eid Mubarak (عيد مبارك)
- Meaning: Blessed Eid
- Widely used across the Middle East, North Africa, and by Muslims globally.
Arabic: Eid Sa’id (عيد سعيد)
- Meaning: Happy Eid
- Often used interchangeably with Eid Mubarak.
South Asia: Urdu, Hindi, Bengali
Urdu (Pakistan): Eid Mubarak (عید مبارک)
- Common in Pakistan and spoken by Urdu-speaking communities worldwide.
Hindi (India): Eid Mubarak (ईद मुबारक)
- Used by Indian Muslims and Hindi speakers.
Bengali (Bangladesh): ঈদ মোবারক (Eid Mubarak)
- Slight variation in script but retains the Arabic origin and pronunciation.
Southeast Asia: Malay and Indonesian
Malay (Malaysia): Selamat Hari Raya Aidilfitri / Aidiladha
- Meaning: Happy Eid celebration (Eid ul-Fitr or Eid ul-Adha)
Indonesian: Selamat Idul Fitri / Idul Adha
- Common greeting in the world’s most populous Muslim country.
Turkey and Central Asia
Turkish: Bayramınız Mübarek Olsun
- Meaning: May your Eid be blessed
- Used during both Eid ul-Fitr and Eid ul-Adha
Kazakh: Qurban Ait Qutty Bolsyn
- Meaning: Blessed Qurbani Eid (used during Eid ul-Adha)
Uzbek: Qurbon Hayiti Muborak Bo‘lsin
- Traditional greeting for Eid ul-Adha in Uzbekistan
Africa
Swahili (East Africa): Iddi Njema
- Used in Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, and parts of the Swahili Coast
Hausa (West Africa): Barka da Sallah
- Popular in Nigeria, Niger, and surrounding countries
Somali: Ciid Wanaagsan
- Common in Somalia and among Somali communities globally
Western Countries
In the United States, Canada, the UK, and Europe, Muslims often use “Eid Mubarak” in English-speaking settings. In multicultural gatherings, you may hear multiple versions depending on the ethnic diversity of the Muslim community.
Celebrate Globally, Give Locally
Eid greetings are more than just words—they represent unity, joy, and faith shared across borders. Whether you say “Eid Mubarak,” “Bayramınız Mübarek Olsun,” or “Selamat Hari Raya,” you are part of a global celebration.
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Final Thoughts
Language may differ, but the spirit of Eid is universal. Use these greetings to connect with Muslims worldwide and spread the joy of Eid. No matter how you say it—Happy Eid, Eid Mubarak, Selamat Hari Raya—your words have the power to unite hearts.
From all of us: Eid Mubarak!
