What does « Rwā » mean in the Quran?

Discover the meaning of the word Rwā (روى) in the Quran, with 0 verse in which it appears, and a detailed explanation from Al-Raghib al-Asfahani's Mufradat fi gharib al-Qur'an.

روى
Rwā
Root: ر
Quranic language

Updated on 29 May 2026 at 7:00 AM

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Definition of Rwā

One says 'mâ' rawâ'' and 'riwâ' (abundant water).

Al-riyy: abundance of water that quenches.

Allah says: 'Watering and pasturing' in verses about Allah's favors.

Abundant water is a blessing.

Words from the same root as Rwā

أي
Ay
عد
ʿD
قول
Qūl
كان
Kān
ما
Mā
ماء
Māʾ
ناء
Nāʾ

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