On timing, the book describes the duration of ghunnah as “one alif”. That is the measure stated by this edition. The point is to give nasal resonance its proper time—neither removing it nor stretching it indefinitely.
Do not silently substitute a different teaching measure or recitational convention for the author’s wording. First identify where ghunnah is due, then calibrate its practical duration by listening to an experienced teacher.
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Duration of ghunnah in the source
On timing, the book describes the duration of ghunnah as “one alif”. That is the measure stated by this edition. The point is to give nasal resonance its proper time—neither removing it nor stretching it indefinitely.
Do not silently substitute a different teaching measure or recitational convention for the author’s wording. First identify where ghunnah is due, then calibrate its practical duration by listening to an experienced teacher.