Word Meaning

उट्ठा

uṭṭhā

hiverb

Meaning

Arose, emerged, or was born; past tense of rising.

Detailed Meaning

In this couplet by Allama Iqbal, the verb denotes the advent or emergence of a spiritual luminary like Jalaluddin Rumi. The poet laments that despite the soil and cultural environment of Persia remaining unchanged, no comparable figure has arisen again. Grammatically, it is a past-tense form of the verb 'uṭhnā' (to rise).

Etymology

Derived from Sanskrit उत्तिष्ठति (uttiṣṭhati) through Prakrit उट्ठइ (uṭṭhaï) into Hindustani उठना (uṭhnā).

Usage

Commonly used in classical verse to signify the sudden stirring of grief, passion, or the emergence of a notable individual.

Examples

None arose to challenge the master in the gathering

A wave of sorrow arose within the heart

Synonyms

उभरापैदा हुआनमूदार हुआ

Related Words

उठनाउठानउठाव
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