Word Meaning
जले
jale
hiverb
Meaning
Burned; were consumed by fire, grief, or intense agony.
Detailed Meaning
A past-tense form of the verb 'jalnā', denoting the act of being scorched or consumed by flames, grief, or longing. In this couplet, it portrays the captive bird burning with inner agony upon hearing the tragic fate of its garden nest. Metaphorically, it signifies the destructive pain born of helplessness and separation.
Etymology
From Sauraseni Prakrit 'jalaï', ultimately derived from Sanskrit 'jvalati' (ज्वलति, to burn or blaze).
Usage
In classical Urdu ghazal, 'jalnā' commonly depicts the lover's heart or soul burning in the fire of passion, separation, or jealousy.
Examples
ham jale rashk se aur dīda-e-tar dekhte rahe
dil jale to dhuāñ uṭhe kyuuñ-kar
Synonyms
झुलसेसुलगेभस्म हुए
Related Words
जलनाजलनआगसोज़