Word Meaning
ब-नग़्मा
ba-naghma
hiadverbial phrase
Meaning
Through song; by means of melody; with music.
Detailed Meaning
A Persian prepositional phrase meaning 'by means of song' or 'with melody'. In this couplet, it characterizes the singer (mutrib) who, through enchanting song, robs the listener of their composure and senses. It emphasizes music as a powerful instrument of enchantment.
Etymology
Persian preposition 'ba' (with, by means of) combined with the Arabic-derived noun 'naghma' (tune, melody, song).
Usage
In classical ghazal, it is typically employed to denote action performed through the medium of musical harmony.
Examples
Captivating hearts through song
Waking the night with melody
Synonyms
ब-तरानानग़्मा-वारब-आवाज़
Related Words
नग़्मामुतरिबसाज़तराना