Word Meaning

दीजिए

deejiye

hiverb

Meaning

Please give, grant, or bestow; polite imperative form of give.

Detailed Meaning

A polite imperative form of the verb 'dena' (to give), used to make an entreaty, petition, or respectful request. In this couplet, it expresses the mendicant lover's humble plea to at least be granted the intoxicating fragrance of wine near the tavern wall. It conveys refined submission and yearning before the beloved.

Etymology

Hindustani, descending from Sanskrit root 'dā' (to give) through Prakrit 'dei' to Hindustani 'denā'.

Usage

In classical Urdu poetry, it is often utilized at the end of lines or as a radif to frame delicate petitions, complaints, or prayers to the beloved.

Examples

Grant a little peace to this restless heart.

Bestow a glance of mercy upon this beggar.

Synonyms

अता कीजिएइनायत कीजिएबख़्शिए

Related Words

देनादियादीदादिलाना
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