Word Meaning
ख़ामोश
khamosh
hiadjective
Meaning
Silent, quiet, speechless, or still.
Detailed Meaning
In classical poetry, 'khamosh' denotes silence, speechlessness, or stillness often brought about by grief, awe, or despair. In this couplet, it describes the lover remaining utterly quiet and motionless like a painted bird on canvas, having grown weary of crying out in anguish.
Etymology
Persian (خاموش - khāmūsh / khāmōsh).
Usage
In ghazal poetry, being 'khamosh' often contrasts with vocal laments (fughan/nala), signifying resignation or a suffering too profound for words.
Examples
Khamosh dil ki sada suno (Listen to the call of the silent heart)
Bazm mein sab khamosh the (Everyone was silent in the gathering)
Synonyms
चुपसाकितमूकबे-ज़बाँ
Related Words
ख़ामोशीख़ामोश-तबाकम-सुख़न