Word Meaning
इन्हें
inhein
hipronoun
Meaning
To them; them (accusative or dative plural/honorific pronoun).
Detailed Meaning
In classical Urdu and Hindustani poetry, 'इन्हें' serves as an oblique accusative or dative pronoun meaning 'to them' or referring politely to individuals. In this couplet, it points back to 'ये लोग' (people of past times), entreating listeners not to rebuke or mock their gentle, old-fashioned views on wine and sorrow.
Etymology
Hindustani, evolving from Apabhramsha demonstrative oblique forms rooted in Sanskrit 'इम-' (ima-) or 'एते-' (ete-).
Usage
Commonly employed in poetry to refer with intimacy, sympathy, or reverence to a set of individuals or beloved figures.
Examples
Say nothing to them in their grief.
Leave them to their own nostalgic world.
Synonyms
इनकोइनपे
Related Words
यहयेइनउनको