Want to improve your Quran recitation? Learning Madd Lazim is a great next step.
Mad lazim is the longest type of stretch in Tajweed. It’s not flexible – it’s fixed. That’s why it’s also called Madd lazzim, which means “mandatory stretch.”
Whenever a Madd letter (ا، و، or ي) is followed by a Sukoon or a Shaddah, you must stretch the sound for six Harakat. No more, no less.
This rule might sound a bit strict, but once you see a few examples, it starts to feel easy and even fun. It gives your recitation a smooth, powerful rhythm.
Why Madd Lazim Matters
Understanding Madd lazim helps you:
- Recite the Quran with proper Tajweed
- Avoid shortening where a full stretch is required
- Follow the rhythm used by expert reciters
Watch the video lesson to hear how Madd lazzim sounds and see how it’s used in real Quranic words.
And if you’re new to Tajweed, check out our earlier lessons on Harakat and Sukoon before diving into this one.
With a little practice, you’ll be reading like a pro – one Madd at a time.
My pledge is to Hafiz the holy Quran
Insha’Allah. May Allah bless you!