Word Meaning
झलक
jhalak
hinoun, feminine
Meaning
A brief flash of light, luster, radiance, or a fleeting glimpse.
Detailed Meaning
In classical Urdu poetry, 'jhalak' denotes a radiant luster or a transient glimpse of beauty. In Mir's couplet, it describes the luminous glow radiating from the beloved's face, dazzling enough to render the lover unconscious like overwhelming moonlight.
Etymology
From Sanskrit 'झल' (jhal, meaning to shine or sparkle), passing into Hindustani as a Tadbhav noun.
Usage
In the ghazal tradition, it typically signifies an overpowering, epiphanic manifestation of beauty resembling divine effulgence.
Examples
A single glimpse of the beloved caused absolute turmoil.
The garden was illuminated by the radiance of your face.
Synonyms
चमकआभादीदारजल्वा
Related Words
झलकनापरतवनूरताबानी