Word Meaning
क्यूँकि
Kyoṅki
hiconjunction
Meaning
Because; since; for the reason that.
Detailed Meaning
A causal conjunction used to introduce a reason, explanation, or justification. In the verse, it connects the prolonged state of separation to its rationale or consequence. In poetic syntax, it often pivots the argument from an emotional observation to an underlying justification.
Etymology
Hindustani interrogative base 'क्यों' (from Sanskrit 'किम्') compounded with the Persianized conjunction 'कि' (from Persian 'که').
Usage
In classical Urdu ghazal, it links the lover's suffering or bewilderment directly to the beloved's indifferent demeanor or fate.
Examples
I embraced silence, because words held no remedy.
The night grew desolate, because the companion was absent.
Synonyms
क्योंकिचूँकिब-सबब
Related Words
क्योंकिइसलिए