Surah 114 · 6 verses
Surah Nas in English: translation, transliteration and word-by-word meaning
Mankind · ٱلنَّاس
Surah An-Nas — also written Surah Nas — is the 114th surah of the Quran and has 6 verses. Every verse below shows the Arabic with tajweed colours, an English transliteration, a plain British English translation, and the meaning of each individual word. Press play to hear it recited, then read along.
Quick answers
- What does “An-Nas” mean?
- Mankind.
- How many verses are in Surah An-Nas?
- 6 verses (ayaat).
- Is it Makki or Madani?
- Makkan.
- How do I pronounce and recite Surah An-Nas?
- Use the transliteration under each verse to get the syllables, then play the recitation and copy it phrase by phrase. The coloured letters show where to stretch (madd), hum (ghunnah) and bounce (qalqalah).
The final surah of the Quran, seeking refuge with the Lord of mankind.
Verse 114:1
Qul a'oozu bi-Rabbin-naas
Say: I seek refuge with the Lord of mankind.
Verse 114:2
Malikin-naas
The Sovereign of mankind.
Verse 114:3
Ilaahin-naas
The God of mankind.
Verse 114:4
Min sharril-waswaasil-khannaas
From the harm of the retreating whisperer.
Verse 114:5
Allazee yuwaswisu fee sudoorin-naas
Who whispers into the hearts of mankind.
Verse 114:6
Minal-jinnati wan-naas
From among the jinn and mankind.
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