Quran Translation

Know what you’re reciting, word by word.

Follow the meaning of each verse in clear English [or your language] as you recite, so the words of your prayers and daily recitation carry their full meaning for you.

● Word-by-word meaning
● No grammar needed
● Kids & adults
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The basics

How the course works

Your teacher takes each verse word by word, then verse by verse, linking Arabic words to their meanings. Common words appear again and again, so your understanding grows quickly.

Unlike a full Arabic course, there is no heavy grammar. The focus is on understanding the text directly while you read it.

Why it matters

Understanding in every prayer

A large share of the Quran is made up of a relatively small number of recurring words, which makes meaningful progress achievable.

  • Understand the surahs you recite in Salah.
  • Recognise recurring words throughout the Quran.
  • Reflect on meaning while you recite.
  • Build a bridge towards Tafsir and Arabic study.
  • Share the meanings with your family.
The curriculum

What you’ll cover

Word-by-word meaning

Each Arabic word linked to its meaning.

Verse-by-verse meaning

Complete, readable translations of each verse.

Recurring words

The most frequent words in the Quran.

Salah surahs

Al-Fatihah and the short surahs of daily prayer.

Key themes

Main messages of each surah studied.

Reflection notes

Short reflections to deepen understanding.

Tailored to the learner

Taught differently for every age

The syllabus is the same, but the way it’s taught changes with the student.

For children

  • Starting with the surahs they already know.
  • Picture prompts and memory games for new words.
  • Simple explanations of each verse.
  • Short weekly word lists.

For adults

  • Systematic word-by-word study.
  • Focus on the words that appear most often.
  • Connections with your daily recitation.
  • A pathway into Tafsir if you wish.

Inside a lesson

How a typical Translation lesson runs

Lessons are live and one-to-one. Timings below are a guide for a [PLACEHOLDER: 30]-minute class and adjust to the student.

1

Word review (5 min)

A quick recall of last lesson’s vocabulary.

2

New verses (12 min)

The next verses are translated word by word.

3

Reading with meaning (8 min)

The student recites while explaining the meaning.

4

Word list (5 min)

New words set for review during the week.

Your progress

By the end of this course

  • Understand the meaning of the surahs you study
  • Recognise hundreds of common Quranic words
  • Recite with awareness of what the words mean
  • Be ready to move on to Tafsir or Arabic
Why Madani Quran Academy

Why learn Translation with us

Private lessons

Every class is one teacher and one student, so the whole lesson is about you.

Qualified teachers

Tutors assessed for recitation, Tajweed and teaching skill before they join.

Male & female tutors

Choose the teacher you or your child will feel most comfortable with.

Your timetable

Choose your days, times and number of weekly lessons.

Recordings on request

Lessons can be recorded for revision when teacher and family agree.

Certificate

A certificate is awarded on completing each part of the course. [PLACEHOLDER: confirm]

Common questions

Translation FAQs

No. This course focuses on meaning, not grammar.

English, with [PLACEHOLDER: other languages, e.g. Bangla or Urdu] available on request.

Usually with Al-Fatihah and the short surahs used in Salah.

Translation explains what the words mean; Tafsir explores context, scholarly explanation and lessons in more depth.

Yes, with simplified explanations and lots of repetition.

Your first Quran lesson is on us

Meet a qualified teacher, try a real lesson and only then decide if we’re the right fit.

One free trial lesson for new students · No payment details needed