Question
What breaks wudu in Islam?
Islamic Ruling & Answer
VerifiedPassing urine or stool
If urine, stool, or anything comes out from the private parts.
Passing gas (farting)
Whether with sound or without sound (if you are sure).
Discharge of mani, mazi, or wadi
Any of these fluids coming out breaks wudu (mani also requires a full bath/ghusl).
Vomiting a mouthful
If you vomit enough to fill the mouth.
Bleeding or pus flowing out
If blood or pus comes out and flows beyond the spot.
Deep sleep
Sleeping in a way that you lose awareness of your body.
Fainting or losing senses
Becoming unconscious or mentally unaware, even for a short time.
Laughing loudly during prayer
If an adult laughs out loud in salah, wudu breaks.
Answered by
Mufti Tosif Qasmi
April 28, 2026
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