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How to wish someone a ‘Happy Eid’ as Ramadan ends

  • Muslims globally are preparing to celebrate Eid al-Fitr, marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan.
  • Eid al-Fitr, meaning 'the feast of breaking the fast', is an Islamic holiday following a lunar calendar, with this year's first day falling on the 20 March.
  • To greet someone celebrating Eid, you can say "Eid Mubarak" which means "Blessed Eid," or you can say "Happy Eid."
  • Celebrations worldwide include traditions such as the 'exodus' to hometowns in Indonesia, 'open house' visits and green packet gifts in Malaysia, and cash gifts ('eidiya') and special cookies in Egypt.
  • In the United States, diverse Muslim communities gather for Eid prayers and festivals featuring activities for children and families.

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