Pakistani Twitter Just Invented a New Word for Ijtimai Qurbani

With Eid ul Adha just around the corner, the Gen Z awaam has come up with their own slang for Ijtimai Qurbani, and it has left many confused and scratching their heads.

One Twitter user revealed that young people are now calling Ijtimai Qurbani “Cow Pooling”—a playful twist inspired by the concept of “car pooling.” Just as car pooling involves sharing a ride, “cow pooling” refers to sharing the cost and the sacrifice of an animal for Eid.

The tweet highlighting this new term quickly went viral, with many finding the comparison both amusing and surprisingly apt. For Gen Z, “cow pooling” is simply a modern way to describe a long-standing tradition, making it more relatable and easier to understand among their peers.

Some social media users pointed out that “cow pooling” is just one example of Gen Z’s creative approach to language. They noted that these young people often invent new, sometimes quirky, terms for traditional concepts—like calling the classic dessert gajrela “carrot pudding.” Here are some hilarious reactions online.

Yar abhi kisi ny ijtimai Qurbani ko COW POOLING BOLA HAI I’m nottt ok😭😭😭😂😂😭😭😭😭😭😂😂😭😭😂😂😭

— Ray. (@gulaabjanam) May 25, 2025

This is not burger. This is gourmet burger

— Bajii (@bajiipliss) May 25, 2025

Hawwwwww
Should be a Gen Z, always suffering from shortage of vocabulary
Fity mu

— Mamoona Zaidi (@mamoona_zaidi5) May 26, 2025

I have heard people call gajrela carrot pudding

— Zevil (@zevilzee) May 25, 2025

People across Pakistan are busy making arrangements for Qurbani, searching for the best cattle or livestock they can afford. In today’s economy, many families find it difficult to purchase an animal on their own. That’s where Ijtimai Qurbani comes in, allowing people to pool their resources and participate in the tradition together.

Ijtimai Qurbani itself is a community-driven initiative that brings people from different backgrounds together to perform the act of sacrifice during Eid-ul-Adha. By pooling their resources, participants can ensure that more people benefit from the distribution of meat, especially those in need. The practice fosters unity, compassion, and a sense of shared purpose, helping the blessings of Eid reach a wider circle.