Talking about the importance of Urdu holidays, Pakistanis actually celebrate holidays in full swing. And who doesn’t love holidays, anyway? Whether an adult or a child, an announcement of a holiday is no less than a gift. Considering this, let’s explore different types of Urdu holidays with related vocabulary to master the language together.
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Different Types Of Urdu Holidays
There are different types of holidays followed and enjoyed actively in Pakistan. So, each type of holiday has its own Urdu words and phrases. Let’s look at some of them below.
| English | Urdu | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| Official or Public holidays | سرکاری چھٹیاں | sarkari chuttian |
| Eid Holidays | عید کی چھٹیاں | eid ki chuttian |
| Summer vacations | موسمِ گرما کی چھٹیاں | mausam-e-garma ki chuttian |
| Winter vacations | موسمِ سرما کی چھٹیاں | mausam-e-sarma ki chuttian |
| Religious Holidays | مذہبی چھٹیاں | mazhabi chuttian |
List Of Urdu Holidays
Now, let’s take a look at the different holidays that exist in Pakistan.
Public Holidays
| Description In English | Urdu Word | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| Kashmir Solidarity Day is on 5th February | یوم یکجحتی کشمیر | Youm-e-Yakjehti Kashmir |
| Pakistan Day is on 23rd March | یوم پاکستان | Youm-e-Pakistan |
| Labor Day is on 1st March | یوم مزدور | Youm-e-Mazdoor |
| Independence Day is on the 14th of August | یومِ آزادی | Youm-e-Azadi |
| Allama Iqbal Day is on the 9th of November | یومِ اقبال | Youm-e-Iqbal |
| Quaid’s Day / Christmas Day is on 25th December | یوم ولادت قائداعظم / عیسائیوں کا دن | Youm-e-wiladat Quaid-e-Azam / Eesayion ka din |
| Independence Day is on the 14th August | کرسمس کے بعد کا دن | Christmas ke baad ka din |
Eid Holidays
Telling the date in Urdu is important especially if there are religious and important holidays like Eid. Check out what it is below.
| Description In English | Urdu | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| Celebrated on the 1st day of Shawal every year as a gift for Muslims. Pakistanis also schedule events on this day for children and adults to celebrate happiness together. | عید الفطر | Eid-ul-Fitr |
| Celebrated on 10th Zilhaj every year to honor Hazrat Ibrahim’s sacrifice. | عید الاضحیٰ | Eid-ul-Adha |
Religious Holidays
Before learning the dates of Religious Urdu holidays, remember that Religious holidays are commemorated according to the Islamic calendar, which is subject to the appearance of the moon. So, the dates in the Western calendar may vary.
| Description In English | Urdu | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| Ashura falls on 10th Muharram, which marks the day of mourning for Shia Muslims. Shia Muslims engage in processions, recite elegies, and recall the reenactments of the battle of Karbala. Sunni Muslims, on the other hand, fast and reflect on the struggles of martyrs during Karbala. | عاشورہ | Ashura |
| The 12th Rabiul Awwal, or Eid Milad-un-Nabi, celebrates the birth of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). On this day, Pakistanis carry out processions, prayers, and gatherings to recall the teachings of the last Prophet. Muslims also decorate mosques and homes with lights and fragrances in honor. | عید میلاد النبی | Eid Milad-un-Nabi |
| Shab-e-barat is the night of forgiveness that is observed on the 15th night of Shaban. In Pakistan, Muslims pray intensely throughout the night and visit graveyards to ask for their forgiveness and keep fast the next day. | شبِ بارات | Shab-e-barat |
| Shab-e-Qadr is the night of power that is observed on the 27th night of the month of Ramadan. The day of the 27th of Ramadan is a holiday. It is an Islamic belief that this night is better than a thousand nights, so Muslims engage in intense worship and prayers throughout the night. | لیلة القدر/ شبِ قدر | Lailatul Qadar / Shab-e-qadar |
| The Day of Arafah is a significant day during the Hajj, commemorated on the 9th Zilhaj annually. It is a day to seek forgiveness and mercy from Allah. | عرفات کا دن / یومِ عرفہ | Arfat ka din/ Youm-e-arafah |
| Shah Abdul Bhittai is one of Aulia Allah (Sufi saint). His Urs (death anniversary) is celebrated on the 14th of Safar in his mausoleum every year. In Pakistan, this year, the 14th of Safar is on August 20, 2024. Therefore, it’s a holiday on that day. | حضرت شاہ عبداللطیف بھٹائی کا عرس | Hazrat Shah Abdul Bhittai ka urs |
Summer Vacations
In Pakistan, summer vacations fall in June and July and sometimes extend to August. These generally last 6–8 weeks, but it strictly depends on the hot weather conditions. For instance, this year, the summer vacations were extended to 15 August, considering the extreme weather.
Winter Vacations
In Pakistan, winter vacations occur in the months of December and January and last for 2–4 weeks. Yet, the same is the case with winter vacations. The holidays depend on the extremity of the cold weather.
How Do You Say Holidays In Urdu?
In Urdu, we say ‘holidays’ as چھٹیاں (chutian). Another Urdu word for ‘holidays’ is تعطیلات (taa’tilat). These are two words that refer to holidays in Urdu.
Frequently Asked Questions Related To Urdu Holidays
1. Do Muslims Celebrate Mother’s Day?
Not all Muslims celebrate Mother’s Day due to Islamic connotations, so it is a personal and cultural preference. There isn’t any specific religious observance of Mother’s Day in Islam, as parents should be honored daily in Islam. However, some Muslims do consider Mother’s Day as a special opportunity to celebrate their mothers with love and embrace. They give their mothers gifts, cook their favorite food, recite Mother’s Day quotes in Urdu, or spend a day out to appreciate their mothers.
2. What Are The 12 Islamic Months Called?
The 12 Islamic Months in sequence are as follows:
- Muharram – محرم
- Safar – صفر
- Rabiul awwal -ربیع الاول
- Rabi uthani – ربیع الثانی – rabi’us sani
- Jamad-ul-awal -جمادُ الاول
- Jamad-us-sani – جمادی الثانی
- Rajab – رجب
- Shaban – شابان
- Ramadan – رمضان – ramzan
- Shawal – شوال
- Dhul-Qadah – ذُوالقعدہ – zul-qaddah
- Dhul-Hajj – ذالحج – zul-hijjah
3. What Is Mubarak?
Mubarak مبارک is an Arabic and Urdu word to congratulate someone. Urdu-speaking people also use this term to convey their well-wishes to their loved ones. They say مبارک ہو (mubarak ho), بہت بہت مبارک (bohat bohat mubarak), بہت مبارک ہو تمہیں (bohat mubarak ho tumhe) to congratulate anyone in Urdu.
Learn More About Urdu Culture And People!
It is all about religious and public holidays celebrated in Pakistan. Yet, there’s still a lot more to learn about Urdu people and their cultural traditions. Isn’t it fun to explore different cultures and rituals? Indeed, it is. Therefore, apps like the Ling app have brought forward an all-in-one platform for language enthusiasts and explorers to master their preferred language while learning and exploring distinct cultures, festivals, historical places, and traditions associated with that language.
All in all, understanding Urdu holidays can be a great way to gain a deeper understanding of the language and the culture of Pakistan.
