After completing a Qaidah book/course, and learning how to read Arabic, many people still struggle in reading the Quran, but they don't necessarily know what to do or how to fix the issue. Usually this is because they lack fluency in reading, and often are making mistakes without noticing. And until you can read with ease, comfort and fluidity, you will likely experience a lot of frustration, and learning Tajwid will be really tough. But you are not alone; here are specific techniques and steps I use with my students to help them overcome these issues:
- LISTEN to the Quran -- A LOT. And generally speaking, the most recommended recordings for students of the Quran is the "Husary Muallim" series. It's amazing & full of benefit. You have to train your ear to learn how the Quran is supposed to sound. Listen until the voice of the Qari becomes engraved in your mind.
- Read the Quran daily, for at least 30 min a day. If you don't put in the time, don't expect to get much results. It doesn't need to be perfect, but you do need to have a system of checking & accountability.
- I recommend using HouseofQuran.com for at-home practice sessions - Use its "Reciter/Teacher Program". This program allows you to click on individual words to hear how each is pronounced, including how to connect words that have Hamza al-Wasl (this alone is a great online feature I haven't seen anywhere else).
- Focus on the shorter surahs from the back of the Quran. Take your time reciting each verse, or part of a verse, as needed. The priority is "Quality > Quantity".
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Make it smooth: Don't proceed to the next Ayah until you can read it smoothly and with no major mistakes, stopping or stammering. ("Major mistakes" means changing a letter or haraka)
When using an app/site like Quran.com, I would follow this procedure: 1) Read it first on my own; 2) then listen the recording; 3) then try reciting it again WITH the recording playing. 4) Then recite it on my own to see if I can do it well without the recording. If I need to stop and listen to a word multiple times, that's fine. Don't rush. And remember, it's ok if it's not perfect. Just try to improve, every day.
Try to read to someone at least once a week. Find a friend, imam or Quran teacher who can listen and correct any errors - either in-person or online, but in-person is preferable.
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After completing a Qaidah book/course, and learning how to read Arabic, many people still struggle in reading the Quran, but they don't necessarily know what to do or how to fix the issue. Usually this is because they lack fluency in reading, and often are making mistakes without noticing. And until you can read with ease, comfort and fluidity, you will likely experience a lot of frustration, and learning Tajwid will be really tough. But you are not alone; here are specific techniques and steps I use with my students to help them overcome these issues:
- LISTEN to the Quran -- A LOT. And generally speaking, the most recommended recordings for students of the Quran is the "Husary Muallim" series. It's amazing & full of benefit. You have to train your ear to learn how the Quran is supposed to sound. Listen until the voice of the Qari becomes engraved in your mind.
- Read the Quran daily, for at least 30 min a day. If you don't put in the time, don't expect to get much results. It doesn't need to be perfect, but you do need to have a system of checking & accountability.
- I recommend using HouseofQuran.com for at-home practice sessions - Use its "Reciter/Teacher Program". This program allows you to click on individual words to hear how each is pronounced, including how to connect words that have Hamza al-Wasl (this alone is a great online feature I haven't seen anywhere else).
- Focus on the shorter surahs from the back of the Quran. Take your time reciting each verse, or part of a verse, as needed. The priority is "Quality > Quantity".
MICRO-MASTERY=
Make it smooth: Don't proceed to the next Ayah until you can read it smoothly and with no major mistakes, stopping or stammering. ("Major mistakes" means changing a letter or haraka)
When using an app/site like Quran.com, I would follow this procedure: 1) Read it first on my own; 2) then listen the recording; 3) then try reciting it again WITH the recording playing. 4) Then recite it on my own to see if I can do it well without the recording. If I need to stop and listen to a word multiple times, that's fine. Don't rush. And remember, it's ok if it's not perfect. Just try to improve, every day.
Try to read to someone at least once a week. Find a friend, imam or Quran teacher who can listen and correct any errors - either in-person or online, but in-person is preferable.
Copyright © 2026 A Contos.
All Rights Reserved.