Word Meaning
जेह
zeh
hiinterjection
Meaning
An exclamation of praise, admiration, or wonder; bravo, how marvelous.
Detailed Meaning
In classical Persian and Urdu poetry, 'zeh' (often 'zah' or 'zihi') serves as an interjection of praise, delight, or wonder. In this couplet, it combines with the ezāfe in 'zeh-e-sukūt' to praise the profound eloquence found in silent gazes. It complements 'khushā' to evoke exquisite aesthetic and emotional marvel.
Etymology
Persian 'zah' (زہ) / 'zihi' (زہے), an interjection of praise or admiration.
Usage
Frequently used with izāfat in classical ghazals to extol a beloved's attribute or lament a twist of fate with poetic wonder.
Examples
Bravo to the eloquence of silent gaze!
How marvelous is this mute expression!
Synonyms
वाहआफ़रींशाबाश
Related Words
खुशामरहबासुब्हानअल्लाह