Sunna

or Sun·nah

[ soon-uh ]

noun

, Islam.

1. the traditional portion of Muslim law, based on the words and acts of Muhammad, and preserved in the traditional literature.

Sunna

/ ˈsʌnə /

noun

1. the body of traditional Islamic law accepted by most orthodox Muslims as based on the words and acts of Mohammed

Word History and Origins

Origin of Sunna¹

First recorded in 1620–30, Sunna is from the Arabic word sunnah literally, way, path, rule

Word History and Origins

Origin of Sunna¹

C18: from Arabic sunnah rule

Example Sentences

“It’s like they’re taking away your identity,” Sunna said of the conflict.

From New York Times

“We’ve seen couples use silent discos with headphones,” said Sunna Yassin, an owner of Bash Please, an event production company with studios in Los Angeles and San Francisco.

From New York Times

Although not mentioned in the Qur’an, circumcision is mentioned in the Sunna – the practice of the Prophet Muhammad – and has been a religious custom since the beginning of Islam.

From The Guardian

The shooting took place in front of the Mosquée Sunna de Brest.

From Washington Post

Sunna says he’ll suffer from pain and recurring memories for the rest of his life.

From Seattle Times