Word Meaning
नवाज़िश-हा
nawaazish-haa
hinoun
Meaning
Acts of kindness, favors, or bounties (plural).
Detailed Meaning
Formed with the Persian plural suffix '-hā', this term denotes multiple gestures of favor, benevolence, or patronizing kindness. In Ghalib's verse, it reflects on uncalled-for or misplaced acts of graciousness shown by the beloved. The plural form adds weight to the feeling of excessive and unmerited condescension.
Etymology
Persian: 'nawāzish' (caress, kindness, from nawākhtan, to soothe/cherish) + plural suffix '-hā'.
Usage
In classical Urdu ghazal, poets often adopt the Persian plural ending '-hā' (especially with izāfat, becoming '-hā-e') for rhythmic symmetry and elevated register.
Examples
unmerited favors
countless kindnesses of the friend
Synonyms
इनायातमेहरबानियाँअल्ताफ़
Related Words
नवाज़िशनवाज़िशातनवाज़िंदाकरम