Word Meaning
पूछियो
poochhiyo
Meaning
Ask, inquire, or send regards; archaic polite imperative form of asking.
Detailed Meaning
In classical poetry, 'poochhiyo' is an archaic or dialectal imperative form of 'poochna' (to ask or inquire), functioning as an earnest request for future action. In this couplet, the speaker gently instructs the morning breeze (Saba) to convey inquiries or pay regards on his behalf if it meets Mir in the beloved's street.
Etymology
From Sanskrit 'pṛcchati' (पृच्छति - asks, questions), passing through Prakrit into Braj Bhasha and early Urdu/Rekhta.
Usage
A frequent feature of early Urdu (Rekhta) ghazals where poets address messengers or the morning breeze with gentle, intimate requests.
Examples
Go and inquire of my condition from them.
If you meet that beloved, convey my regards to them.