Word Meaning
कीजिए
kījiye
Meaning
Please do; polite or honorific imperative form of the verb 'to do'.
Detailed Meaning
'कीजिए' is the formal and respectful imperative or subjunctive form of the Hindustani verb 'करना' (karnā). In classical Urdu poetry, it conveys earnest entreaty, delicate reproach, or elevated courtesy directed at the beloved. In this couplet, it is paired with 'न' to express a desperate plea against public humiliation of the lover's inner jealousy.
Etymology
Inherited from Middle Indo-Aryan/Prakrit forms derived ultimately from Sanskrit 'kriyate' (passive stem of 'kṛ', to do/make).
Usage
Commonly employed as a polite verbal end-rhyme or radif in ghazals, expressing restrained yearning, refined complaint, or courtly deference.
Examples
Do not disgrace us before the world.
Please bestow a glance of grace upon us.