The authentic duas to recite when breaking your fast in Ramadan — Arabic, transliteration & meaning.
Duas & Dhikr
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The Reward: The Prophet ﷺ said: "The fasting person has two moments of joy: when he breaks his fast, he rejoices, and when he meets his Lord, he rejoices because of his fast." — Sahih Bukhari 1904
Transliteration: Dhahaba az-zama'u wabtallatil-'uruqu wa thabatal-ajru in sha Allah
Meaning: "The thirst has gone, the veins are moistened, and the reward is confirmed, if Allah wills."
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When to Say It
Recite just before or at the exact moment of breaking your fast at Maghrib time.
Start with Dates
The Sunnah is to break fast with dates (odd number) or water before the Maghrib prayer.
Accepted Dua Time
The moment of Iftar is one of the special times when dua is accepted. Make your personal duas here!
Dua for the Host
When breaking fast at someone's home, say: Aftara 'indakum as-sa'imun...
The Complete Guide to Iftar Dua
Breaking the fast (Iftar) is one of the two greatest joys of a fasting Muslim. The moment the sun sets in Ramadan, Muslims around the world recite the Iftar dua and break their fast, usually beginning with dates or water as per the Sunnah of the Prophet ﷺ.
Which Iftar Dua is Most Authentic?
Both duas above are from Abu Dawud and are graded Hasan (good) by scholars. Dua #1 (Allahumma laka sumtu) is the more widely cited one in Islamic educational institutions and is commonly taught worldwide. Dua #2 (Dhahaba az-zama') was specifically narrated as what the Prophet ﷺ said after breaking his own fast, making it equally important.
Is Iftar Time a Special Time for Dua Acceptance?
Yes — absolutely! The Prophet ﷺ said: "Three people's duas are not rejected: the fasting person when he breaks his fast, the just ruler, and the oppressed person." (Ibn Majah, Hasan). This means just before you eat at Iftar is one of the most powerful moments to ask Allah for anything — your health, family, rizq, forgiveness, or any need.