Word Meaning
पड़ीं
padeen
hiverb
Meaning
Fell upon, befell, or occurred (feminine plural past tense).
Detailed Meaning
In this couplet, 'पड़ीं' functions as the past-tense feminine plural form of the verb 'पड़ना' (to fall or befall). It specifically describes the relentless afflictions and hardships ('मुश्किलें') that rained down upon the poet. Through enduring such constant adversity, the suffering lost its sharpness and became habitual.
Etymology
Derived from Sanskrit 'पतति' (patati - falls) through Prakrit 'पडइ' (paḍaï) into Old Hindi/Hindavi 'पड़ना'.
Usage
Commonly used in ghazals to evoke the sudden or inevitable descent of grief, calamity, or misfortune upon the lover.
Examples
So many trials befell my restless heart.
Burdens fell upon the shoulders of the wanderer.
Synonyms
बीतींआयींटूटींनाज़िल हुईं
Related Words
पड़नापड़ापड़ेपड़ती