Word Meaning

प्यारा

pyaara

hiadjective

Meaning

Beloved, dear, charming, or cherished.

Detailed Meaning

In classical Urdu and Hindustani poetry, it describes someone dearly loved, handsome, or attractive. In this couplet, it qualifies the youthful beloved ('sayyad pisar'), highlighting his irresistible charm and endearment among admirers.

Etymology

From Sanskrit 'प्रिय' (priya) via Prakrit 'पिय' (piya) into Old Hindi / Hindustani.

Usage

Commonly employed in Hindustani verse and Rekhta to tenderly designate the beloved or an attractive youth.

Examples

woh pyaara mukhda

jaan se pyaara yaar

Synonyms

अज़ीज़महबूबदिलबरदुलारा

Related Words

प्यारप्यारीप्रीति
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