Word Meaning
जमाहते
jamāhte
hiverb
Meaning
Yawning; opening the mouth widely due to drowsiness, exhaustion, or craving.
Detailed Meaning
In classical Urdu poetry, 'jamāhnā' refers to the involuntary act of yawning, often associated with languor, fatigue, or intoxication. In this couplet, it pairs with 'khamyāza khīñchnā' (stretching limbs or suffering a hangover) to depict a thirsty habitué languishing in the tavern without wine. It portrays utter helplessness, drowsiness, and an unfulfilled craving.
Etymology
Sanskrit 'जृम्भण' (jṛmbhaṇa) / Prakrit 'जंभ' (jambha) through Hindavi/Braj 'जमाहना' / 'जम्हाई'.
Usage
Commonly paired with 'khamyāza' in ghazals to evoke the imagery of listlessness, hangover, or unquenched thirst.
Examples
pyaas ke maare jamāhte hain
shab bhar jaage aur jamāhte rahe
Synonyms
उबासी लेतेजम्हाते
Related Words
जम्हाईख़म्याज़ाउबासीख़ुमार