What does wasalam mean?

"Wasalam" is a shortened form of the Arabic phrase "wa-alaikum assalam," which means "and peace be upon you." It's a common Islamic greeting used in response to "Assalamu alaykum," which means "peace be upon you."

Essentially, "wasalam" is a polite way of acknowledging and returning the greeting "Assalamu alaykum."

Here's a breakdown:

* Assalamu alaykum: Peace be upon you.

* Wa-alaikum assalam: And peace be upon you.

* Wasalam: (shortened form of "Wa-alaikum assalam")