Word Meaning
जारी
jaari
hiadjective
Meaning
Flowing, running, continuous, in progress, current.
Detailed Meaning
In classical Urdu poetry, 'jaari' often means flowing like a stream or tears, as well as persisting continuously over time. In this couplet by Mir Taqi Mir, it refers to streams of tears ('جوئیں' / 'jū'eñ') that continue to flow through the garden long after the lover has wept. It creates an evocative image of sorrow outlasting the mourner.
Etymology
Arabic جَارٍ (jārin), active participle of جَرَى (jarā, 'to run, to flow').
Usage
In the ghazal tradition, 'jaari' is commonly paired with tears ('ashk') or streams ('joo') to symbolize perpetual grieving.
Examples
A continuous flow of tears day and night.
His decree remains in effect across the land.
Synonyms
रवाँबहतामुसलसलक़ायम
Related Words
ज़रियाजिरयानमजरा