Word Meaning
चाहत
chahat
hinoun, feminine
Meaning
Love, affection, desire, or longing.
Detailed Meaning
In Urdu and Hindi poetry, 'chahat' refers to affectionate love, emotional yearning, or deep devotion. In this couplet, it signifies reciprocal affection and its mutual respect ('paas'), emphasizing that the bond of love requires consideration from both sides. It captures the tenderness and moral claim that sincere devotion exerts on the beloved.
Etymology
From Hindi/Prakrit root derived from Sanskrit 'chah' (चाह / इच्छा), meaning to desire, wish, or love.
Usage
Widely used across both Hindi and Urdu ghazals to evoke tender, often unreciprocated, emotional devotion.
Examples
A heart that seeks only true affection.
To honor the delicate bond of love.
Synonyms
मोहब्बतउल्फ़तइश्क़प्यार
Related Words
चाहचाहनाचाहा