Basic Details
Word: Eid
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A Muslim festival celebrated after Ramadan, marking the end of fasting or a significant occasion such as Eid al-Adha, which commemorates the willingness of Ibrahim to sacrifice his son.
Synonyms: Festival, Celebration
Antonyms: Mourning, Grief
Idioms and Phrases
- Eid Mubarak: A common greeting used to wish others joy and blessings on the holiday. Example: "Everyone smiled and said, 'Eid Mubarak!' as we exchanged gifts."
- In the spirit of Eid: Doing something in joy and generosity like during the festival. Example: "We decided to donate food to the needy in the spirit of Eid."
Usage Examples
Example 1: Families gather to celebrate Eid with special prayers, meals, and festive activities.
Example 2: During Eid, it is customary to wear new clothes and share sweets with friends and family.
Example 3: The joy of Eid was evident in the smiles of children as they received gifts and treats.
Fun Fact
Eid is derived from the Arabic word meaning 'festival' or 'holiday'. The two major Eids in Islam are Eid al-Fitr, which is celebrated after Ramadan, and Eid al-Adha, which occurs during the Hajj pilgrimage and signifies the end of the Hajj season.
Famous Quote
"Eid is a time of joy, a time to unite, and a time to earn the blessings of each other." Anonymous
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "Eid" refer to?
a) A type of food
b) A Muslim festival
c) A historical event
d) A religious text
Answer: b) A Muslim festival
2. Which of these is a synonym of "Eid"?
a) Mourning
b) Festival
c) Lesson
d) Task
Answer: b) Festival
3. Which of the following is an antonym of "Eid"?
a) Joy
b) Grief
c) Gathering
d) Celebration
Answer: b) Grief
4. Which sentence uses "Eid" correctly?
a) We studied hard during Eid.
b) Eid is celebrated with joy and family gatherings.
c) The Eid bird flew south for winter.
d) He read a book during Eid.
Answer: b) Eid is celebrated with joy and family gatherings.
5. What does "Eid Mubarak" mean?
a) Happy New Year
b) Happy Birthday
c) Blessings of Eid
d) Merry Christmas
Answer: c) Blessings of Eid
