Bismillah-ir-Rahman-ir-Raheem,
Welcome back to Bayt Al-Quran! In the last lesson, we explored Sukoon and how it shapes Arabic pronunciation. Today, we’re moving to one of the most fascinating Tajweed rules—Al-Qalqala (القلقلة). Children often enjoy this lesson because it feels like the letters “bounce” when recited!
What is Al-Qalqala?
The word Qalqala means echoing or vibration. It occurs when certain letters are pronounced with Sukoon, creating a light “bounce” sound instead of a flat stop.
The five Qalqala letters are:
ق، ط، ب، ج، د
An easy way to remember them is through the phrase:
قُطْبُ جَدّ (Qutbu Jad)
How Qalqala Works
When one of these letters carries a Sukoon, it is pronounced with a slight echo or bounce.
Examples:
أَحَدْ (ahadْ) → the دْ echoes at the end.
يَجْعَلْ (yaj‘alْ) → the جْ echoes.
Notice that without the bounce, the sound feels “cut off.” Qalqala makes it clear, strong, and smooth for recitation.
Step-by-Step Learning Approach
In Lesson #5, we practice:
Memorizing the five Qalqala letters with the phrase Qutbu Jad.
Hearing the difference between plain Sukoon and Qalqala Sukoon.
Practicing single letters with Sukoon (بْ، قْ، دْ).
Reading real Qur’anic words where Qalqala appears.
Spiritual Reminder 🌿
Every small detail of Tajweed, even the bounce of a letter, is part of honoring the Qur’an as it was revealed. Reciting with Qalqala is a way of preserving the exact sound of Allah’s words.
Allah ﷻ says:
“…And recite the Qur’an with measured recitation.”
(Surah Al-Muzzammil 73:4)
Measured recitation includes giving every letter its due right—even the bouncing ones!
Children find Qalqala exciting because it feels playful. Use that natural enjoyment to keep practice consistent. Remind them that even this small “bounce” is part of reading the Qur’an as it was meant to be read.
✨ Next Step: Review 2–3 Qalqala letters daily, then move into short surahs to see how they sound in real recitation.
and don’t forget to wait for the next lesson !!