Word Meaning
नग़्मा-हा
naghma-ha
hinoun
Meaning
Songs, melodies, or tunes (plural).
Detailed Meaning
It is the Persian plural of 'naghma', meaning songs or melodies. In this couplet, it refers to the various melancholy tunes and sorrows played by the instrument of life. The poet advises valuing even the melodies of grief before the music of existence ceases forever.
Etymology
Formed from Arabic 'naghma' (melody/tune) combined with the Persian plural suffix '-hā'.
Usage
Frequently used in classical Urdu poetry with the Persian izafat to express multiple musical expressions, moods, or laments.
Examples
naghma-ha-e-shauq (melodies of longing)
naghma-ha-e-dard (tunes of pain)
Synonyms
नग़्माततरानेगीतआहंग
Related Words
नग़्मानग़्मा-संजनग़्मा-तराज़नग़्मा-ख़्वान