Word Meaning
अग़्लब
Aghlab
Meaning
Most likely, probable, predominant, having a stronger likelihood.
Detailed Meaning
In classical Urdu, 'aghlab' indicates strong probability, likelihood, or predominance. In the cited couplet, the poet uses 'aghlab hai ki' to express that it is highly probable or expected that no captive bird in the garden has ever lamented with such despair. It implies an overwhelming likelihood that frames an emotional truth.
Etymology
Arabic superlative/elative form derived from the triconsonantal root gh-l-b (غ-ل-ب), meaning to overcome, prevail, or predominate.
Usage
Commonly constructed in classical ghazals as 'aghlab hai ki' to introduce a tragic conviction or an overwhelming probability.
Examples
Aghlab hai ki wo dauraan-e-safar bichhad gaye.
Aql ke nazdeek yahi baat aghlab hai.