Word Meaning
निकलते
nikalte
Meaning
Emerging, stepping out, going outside, or leaving.
Detailed Meaning
In classical Urdu poetry, this verb form denotes the act of venturing outside, emerging from seclusion, or departing. In Mir Taqi Mir's verse, it signifies leaving the domestic space or solitude to face society, reflecting melancholy withdrawal and self-isolation. It also frequently evokes the sun rising or tears pouring forth.
Etymology
Sanskrit निष्कलति (niṣkalati) / Prakrit निक्कलइ (nikkalaï) leading to Old Hindi/Hindustani निकलना (nikalnā).
Usage
In the ghazal tradition, the word often captures the movement from domestic or internal privacy into public vulnerability.
Examples
Aanste se nikalte hain aansu (Tears stream from the eyes)
Ghar se nikalte hi raah bhatak gaye (Went astray right after stepping out of the house)