What Does "Wallahi" Mean?

What does wallahi mean?

Wallahi means “I swear to God.” In Arabic, Islamic, and African cultures, wallahi is a slang term used to say “I swear to God” or “by God.” Depending on the individual’s religion and beliefs, they may be swearing to God, Allah, or another divine power. This phrase may be used when making a sincere promise, confirming the truth, or showing frustration. Wallahi is a Somali version of the Arabic term wallah, which has the same meaning. In Arabic, wallahi is written as وَٱللّٰهِ. “Wa” means “swear by,” and “Allah” means God.

How do you pronounce wallahi?

Wallahi is phonetically pronounced as /wɑˈɫːɑːhi/ or “wah-luh-hee.”

Is saying wallahi a sin?

If said in vain, wallahi may be considered a sin. In many cultures, including Arabic, swearing to God or Allah is sinful, especially if it’s done out of anger. However, swearing to a divine entity to confirm a promise or truth isn’t. Take a look at these examples: If you were to say, “Wallahi,” to prove to a friend that you didn’t take their notebook, that’d most likely be acceptable. If you say, “Wallahi,” when a friend asks you for help with a homework assignment, that’d likely be unacceptable. Avoid saying “Wallahi” if you’re lying. For instance, saying, “Wallah, this is the most delicious meal I’ve ever had!” isn’t a sin, but saying it if you don’t believe it’s the most delicious meal you’ve ever had is.