Word Meaning
नेकी
nekī
hinoun (feminine)
Meaning
Goodness, kindness, benevolence, or a virtuous deed.
Detailed Meaning
Denotes moral virtue, benevolence, or an act of kindness and favor. In this couplet, it represents a rare, momentary impulse of sympathy or mercy that the beloved might feel toward the suffering lover. This impulse immediately reminds the beloved of their past cruelties, provoking shame.
Etymology
Persian: derived from 'nek' (good, virtuous) combined with the nominal suffix '-ī'.
Usage
In classical Urdu ghazal, neki is often set in contrast with 'badi' (evil) or 'jafa' (cruelty) to highlight the beloved's paradoxical nature.
Examples
neki kar dariya mein daal (do good and cast it into the river)
kisi ki neki yaad rakhna (remembering someone's kindness)
Synonyms
भलाईएहसानउपकारकरम
Related Words
नेकबदीनेकोकार