Word Meaning
अता
ataa
hinoun
Meaning
A gift, grant, bestowal, or favor; the act of conferring.
Detailed Meaning
In classical Urdu verse, 'ataa' denotes a gracious bestowal, favor, or gift granted by a higher power, benefactor, or beloved. In this couplet, it represents the deceptive granting of hollow liberty by modern civilization. It is most often found in the compound verb 'ataa karna' (to grant, confer, or bless with).
Etymology
Arabic root 'ʿ-ṭ-w' (ع-ط-و), signifying giving, offering, or presenting.
Usage
Commonly paired with 'karna' in ghazals to reflect the generous conferring of divine grace, grief, or love upon the speaker.
Examples
jo dard tuune ataa kiyaa woh bhii azeez hai
khudaa ne humko ataa kii hai zindagi-e-nau
Synonyms
बख़्शिशइनायतदेनतोहफ़ा
Related Words
अता करनाअता होनामुअत्ती