Word Meaning
चलती
chaltī
hiverb
Meaning
Moves, walks, marches, advances, or blows (feminine singular form).
Detailed Meaning
In this couplet, 'chaltī' describes the personified movement of 'āh' (a sigh), envisioned as marching forward bearing a standard ('alam). It denotes setting out, proceeding, or moving in an orderly procession. The imperfective feminine form agrees grammatically with the feminine noun 'āh'.
Etymology
From Sanskrit चलति (calati, 'moves/shakes') via Prakrit चलइ (calaï) into Hindustani चलना (chalnā).
Usage
In ghazal poetry, it commonly describes the motion of wind, the departure of caravans, or the rising surge of sighs and tears.
Examples
The morning breeze moves softly across the desolate garden.
A cold sigh rises and moves toward the high heavens.
Synonyms
रवाना होतीबढ़तीगुज़रती
Related Words
चलनाचालचलनचलता