How to pray taraweeh

Ramadan night prayer in two-rakah units.

Hanafi overview · Sources checked: 8 November 2026

The sequence

1. Taraweeh follows the obligatory Isha prayer, commonly after Isha’s final sunnah in Türkiye.
2. Intend taraweeh and, in congregation, following the imam; begin with takbir.
3. Complete two rakahs, the final sitting and salam; continue with another pair.
4. In congregation listen to the imam’s recitation and follow his movements.

Points to understand

Twenty rakahs is common in Türkiye, with other practices also existing. Diyanet recommends pairs; four-rakah units are also used. Witr may follow in congregation during Ramadan.

Particular circumstances and practical tools

How to learn

First learn the sequence, then the names of the recitations. This page does not teach Arabic pronunciation. Compare the source with a teacher and ask about unfamiliar parts rather than filling in gaps yourself.

Source and detailed guidance

Open the Diyanet source