"Mosque" is the English name of "Masjid" for a place of Muslim worship, equivalent to a church, synagogue or temple in other faiths. The Arabic term for this house of Muslim worship is "masjid," which literally means "place of prostration" (in prayer). Mosques are also known as Islamic centers, Islamic community centers or Muslim community centers. During Ramadan, Muslims spend a lot of time at the masjid, or mosque, for special prayers and community events.

Some Muslims prefer to use the Arabic term and discourage use of the word "mosque" in English. This is partly based on a mistaken belief that the English word is derived from the word "mosquito" and is a derogatory term. Others simply prefer to use the Arabic term, as it more accurately describes the purpose and activities of a mosque using Arabic, which is the language of the Quran.