Word Meaning
उस्तादी
ustādī
hinoun
Meaning
Mastery, expert craftsmanship, poetic virtuosity, or mentorship.
Detailed Meaning
The term refers to supreme skill, craftsmanship, or the authoritative status of a master, particularly in the arts. In this couplet, it denotes Mir Taqi Mir's unmatched mastery and virtuosic authority over Urdu poetry (Rekhta). It signifies both technical perfection and the reverence granted to a true poetic preceptor.
Etymology
Persian 'ustād' (master, teacher) + abstract suffix '-ī'.
Usage
In classical Urdu poetry, it commonly signifies technical perfection, poetic craftsmanship, and the acknowledged stature of a master poet.
Examples
The whole gathering acknowledged his artistic mastery.
To attain true mastery in verse requires a lifetime.
Synonyms
महारतकमालहुनरमंदी
Related Words
उस्तादशागिर्दशागिर्दी