Word Meaning
डराए
darā'e
Meaning
Made fearful, frightened, or kept in apprehension.
Detailed Meaning
In classical poetry, 'डराए' commonly functions as part of the compound construction 'डराए रखना', meaning to keep someone perpetually intimidated or apprehensive. In this couplet, it describes the lasting state of dread caused by the brokenness of the heart (शिकस्तगी-ए-दिल). This constant fear makes the lover pale at the slightest frown on the beloved's forehead.
Etymology
From Sanskrit 'दर' (dara, fear) through Prakrit to Urdu/Hindi intransitive verb 'डरना' (to fear) and its causative form 'डराना' (to frighten).
Usage
In the ghazal, it is often paired with 'रखना' (rakhnā) to depict an enduring, relentless condition of fear caused by destiny or the beloved's indifference.
Examples
Kept the fragile heart frightened through the night.
A looming separation that frightened the soul endlessly.