Word Meaning

दरपेश

darpesh

hiadjective

Meaning

Lying before, facing, confronting, or ahead of someone.

Detailed Meaning

'Darpesh' is a compound meaning 'in front of' or 'confronting'. In this sher, it describes the road or requirement of travel that constantly lies ahead of the fleeting, precious life likened to a caravan. It highlights an inescapable path or circumstance that one must continuously confront.

Etymology

Persian (dar + pesh; 'in/at' + 'front/before').

Usage

In classical ghazal poetry, 'darpesh' commonly denotes hardships, journeys, or trials that constantly confront the lover or the traveler.

Examples

A difficult journey lies ahead of the traveler.

Many trials are confronting him in the path of love.

Synonyms

सामनेसम्मुखरूबरूलाहिक़

Related Words

पेशपेश-ए-नज़रसफ़र
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