Word Meaning
अच्छी
achhī
hiadjective
Meaning
Good, fine, pleasing; aptly or well said (feminine).
Detailed Meaning
In this couplet, 'achhī' is used idiomatically alongside 'kahī' (क्या अच्छी कही) to mean 'how aptly spoken' or 'what a fine point you made'. It conveys bitter self-deprecation and poignant sarcasm in accepting the beloved's harsh judgment. The feminine inflection is conditioned by the implied feminine noun 'bāt' (remark).
Etymology
From Prakrit 'acchaha', derived from Sanskrit 'accha' (pure, clear, fine).
Usage
In classical ghazal, 'achhī' frequently combines with verbs of speech to frame stinging reproaches as ironic compliments.
Examples
How fine a retort you gave to my longing.
Her pleasant words brought ease to my restless heart.
Synonyms
भलीख़ूबउम्दासटीक
Related Words
अच्छाअच्छाईअच्छे