Recitation & Qiraat

Tarteel

تَرْتِيل · /tartˈiːl/

Tarteel is reciting the Quran slowly and clearly, giving each letter its full, measured pronunciation.

What does Tarteel mean?

The Quran itself instructs reciters to apply Tarteel in Surah Al-Muzzammil, and the practice is valued for allowing both correct Tajweed and space for reflection on the meaning being recited.

Alternative Spellings

Tartil