Previously you learned Idgham, Ikhfa, and Idhaar. The word "Shafawi" refers to the letter Meem. There are three rules for the letter Meem.

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Idgham Shafawi

1. If a Meem comes after Meem Sakin, then that Meem Sakin will merge with the following Meem, and you'll do Idghaam

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Ikhfa Shafawi

1. If a Baa comes after Meem Sakin, then that Meem Sakin will be read with Ikhfa.

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Idhaar Shafawi

1. If neither Baa nor Meem comes after Meem Sakin, then the rest of the letters will be read clearly.