Word Meaning
जताया
jatāyā
hiverb
Meaning
Expressed, made known, declared, or reminded someone of something.
Detailed Meaning
In classical Urdu verse, 'jatānā' conveys the act of declaring one's devotion, suffering, or an unacknowledged obligation to the beloved. In this couplet, it refers to repeatedly expressing one's earnest feelings and condition, which still failed to elicit any response. It underscores the futility of pleading before an indifferent beloved.
Etymology
Hindustani, tracing back to Sanskrit ज्ञापयति (jñāpayati, 'causes to know / informs').
Usage
Commonly employed in the ghazal to highlight the futile effort of conveying grief or love to a stone-hearted beloved.
Examples
Expressed one's love repeatedly.
Reminded someone of an unreturned favor.
Synonyms
ज़ाहिर कियाबयान कियाबतलाया
Related Words
जतानाजताना-बतानाअहसास