दिलचस्प

Meaning

Charming, attractive, engaging, or pleasing to the heart.

Detailed Meaning

Formed from Persian roots, the word literally signifies that which clings to or wins over the heart, describing something charming, delightful, or engaging. In this couplet, it questions whether the lush beauties of the garden could ever be as captivating or charming as the unfaithful youth.

Etymology

Persian: compound of 'dil' (heart) and 'chasp' (stem of 'chasbīdan', to cling/stick/adhere).

Usage

In ghazal poetry, it is employed as an attribute of captivating beloveds, romantic tales, or alluring worldly spectacles.

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