बार

Meaning

Time, turn, or occasion; occurrence.

Detailed Meaning

In this couplet, 'बार' denotes repetition or instance, appearing in the phrase 'सौ बार' (a hundred times). The poet conveys the futile persistence of trying repeatedly to make the beloved ashamed or self-conscious. It indicates the frequency or number of times an event or action occurs.

Etymology

Persian (بار), signifying time, turn, or occurrence.

Usage

Frequently used with numerical prefixes like 'सौ' or 'हज़ार' in ghazals to emphasize hyperbole and emotional exhaustion.

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