Word Meaning
गंज-हा
ganj-hā
hinoun (plural)
Meaning
Treasures; hidden stores of wealth or precious things.
Detailed Meaning
In Persian grammar, the suffix '-hā' forms the inanimate plural, making 'ganj-hā' signify multiple treasures. In classical Urdu poetry, it metaphorically denotes departed loved ones, brilliant minds, or exquisite beauties swallowed by the earth. In Ghalib's verse, it mourns those peerless human treasures buried in the dust of death.
Etymology
Persian: 'ganj' (treasure, hoard) + '-hā' (Persian plural suffix).
Usage
Commonly used in classical ghazal as an izafat construction (e.g., ganj-hā-e-garāñ-māya) to heighten the tragic loss of precious lives or irreplaceable beauty.
Examples
Treasures buried in the bosom of the earth
Priceless gems lost forever to the dust
Synonyms
ख़ज़ानेदफ़ीनेज़ख़ीरे
Related Words
गंजगंजूरगंज-ए-क़ारूँ