Word Meaning
चुकेंगे
chukenge
Meaning
Will finish; will have completely become or ended (future auxiliary).
Detailed Meaning
In Urdu and Hindi grammar, 'chukenge' functions as a compound auxiliary indicating the completion of an action in the future. In the context of this couplet ('ik roz ho chukenge'), it carries an ironic or despairing tone, questioning when the promised union will finally be accomplished or if they will simply cease to exist waiting for it. It conveys exasperation over endless procrastination of an encounter.
Etymology
Derived from Sanskrit 'cyavate' (drops, falls away) or Prakrit 'cukkaï' (misses, finishes), evolving into Old Hindi/Hindavi 'chukna'.
Usage
In classical ghazal, it is frequently paired with main verbs (like 'ho chukna', 'mar chukna') to express certainty, resignation, or cynical despair regarding the future.
Examples
We will have finished our journey before night falls.
By tomorrow, all our tears will have run out.