Word Meaning
पड़ुं
parūñ
Meaning
May I fall or prostrate myself in reverent devotion.
Detailed Meaning
In this couplet, 'पड़ुं' represents the first-person singular optative/subjunctive of the verb 'पड़ना', used with 'पाँव' (feet) to mean falling at someone's feet. The speaker expresses a desire to surrender their soul and prostrate before Kohkan (Farhad) out of admiration for his guileless devotion. It reflects utter humility and reverence for an archetype of tragic, unblemished love.
Etymology
From Sanskrit पत् (pat, to fall) / पद् (pad, to step), evolving via Prakrit into Hindustani पड़ना (paṛnā).
Usage
In classical Urdu poetry, combined with 'पाँव', it commonly expresses the utmost humility, supplication, or devoted surrender to the beloved.
Examples
May I fall at your feet and confess my grief.
At whose feet should I prostrate to seek mercy?