As Eid al-Fitr approaches, Muslims worldwide prepare to celebrate the festival of breaking their fast. In Saudi Arabia and neighboring countries, the first day of Eid is set for Sunday, March 30, while other countries follow local moon sightings.
The Islamic calendar marks the end of Ramadan, a month-long fasting period, with a joyous celebration that attracts approximately 1.9 billion Muslims globally. Indonesia tops the list with its massive Muslim population, followed by Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, and Nigeria.
On the day of Eid, families gather for a prayer service before visiting relatives and exchanging sweets as they move from house to house. The traditional greeting “Eid mubarak” or “Eid sa’id” is widely used, with variations depending on the country and language.
To spread cheer, Muslims use various greetings in their native tongues, including Arabic, Persian, Urdu, French, Spanish, and more. Here’s a glimpse of Eid greetings in 13 different languages:
[Video and graphics of Eid greetings]
Source: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/3/29/eid-mubarak-2025-hear-greetings-in-different-languages-2