Word Meaning
बे-असर
be-asar
hiadjective
Meaning
Ineffective, futile, producing no impression or result.
Detailed Meaning
In classical Urdu poetry, 'be-asar' commonly characterizes the sighs, tears, or prayers of the lover that completely fail to move the indifferent beloved. In this couplet, the poet laments that his passionate sighs proved entirely futile, mirroring his unheeded cries. It encapsulates the classical trope of tragic helplessness in love.
Etymology
Compound of Persian prefix 'be-' (without) and Arabic 'asar' (effect, impression, trace).
Usage
Conventionally paired with words like 'aah' (sigh), 'dua' (prayer), or 'nala' (groan) to highlight the beloved's cruel indifference.
Examples
His burning sighs proved entirely futile.
The lament went unheeded and ineffective.
Synonyms
बे-तासीरला-हासिलअसरहीनना-काम
Related Words
असरतासीरबे-तासीरीनाला