Word Meaning
बनिए
baniye
hiverb
Meaning
Become, make yourself into; polite imperative or precative form of to become.
Detailed Meaning
In this couplet, 'baniye' is the respectful imperative or injunctive form of the verb 'bannā' (to become), carrying the sense of ethical guidance: 'do not make yourself [an adversary]'. It is used here to advise calm forbearance against provocation, pairing structurally and rhythmically with 'kahiye'.
Etymology
Derived from Old Hindi/Prakrit development of the Sanskrit verbal base relating to 'becoming' or 'forming' (bannā).
Usage
Commonly employed in the qāfiya or radīf of didactic and moral ghazal verses to offer polite admonition or philosophical counsel.
Examples
Do not become a cause of distress for anyone.
Become a seeker of truth in every circumstance.
Synonyms
होइएरहिएकीजिए
Related Words
बननाबनानाबनावट