Word Meaning
बची
bachi
hiverb
Meaning
Remained, was left over, or survived.
Detailed Meaning
The feminine past tense form of the verb 'bachnā', meaning to remain, survive, or be left behind. In this couplet, it highlights the total fading or depletion of former passion and warmth in devotion. It conveys a poignant sense of loss and nostalgic emptiness relative to a glorious past.
Etymology
Derived from Prakrit 'vaccai', originating from Sanskrit roots associated with escaping or remaining (related to 'vañc').
Usage
In ghazal poetry, it often appears in negative constructions to lament the loss of beauty, life, or passion.
Examples
Not a single spark of passion remained in the heart.
Only faint memories survived in the ruined garden.
Synonyms
बाक़ी रहीशेष रहीरह गई
Related Words
बचनाबचावबचा