Word Meaning

दुआ-गो

du'ā-go

hinoun / adjective

Meaning

One who prays for another; a well-wisher or supplicant.

Detailed Meaning

A compound referring to a person who offers blessings, prayers, or good wishes, often used humbly by a lover or admirer. In this couplet, the poet portrays himself as a devoted supplicant whose perpetual task is to pray for the beloved, playfully claiming kisses as his customary daily allowance. It captures both humble deference and romantic entitlement.

Etymology

Compound of Arabic 'du'ā' (supplication/prayer) and Persian 'go' (from guftan, to say/utter).

Usage

In classical Urdu poetry, poets frequently refer to themselves as 'du'ā-go' in a self-effacing manner when addressing the beloved or a patron.

Examples

Always remember this humble well-wisher in your thoughts.

The daily prayer of the supplicant brings peace to the heart.

Synonyms

ख़ैरख़्वाहदुआ-ख़्वाँशुभचिंतक

Related Words

दुआ-गोईदुआवज़ीफ़ाख़ैरख़्वाह
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