बहाल

Meaning

Restored, reinstated, in original sound condition, or well.

Detailed Meaning

In classical Urdu poetry, 'bahāl' signifies being reinstated to a former, sound condition or flourishing state of health and spirit. In this couplet, it serves as an evocative wordplay with 'hāl' (condition), asking whether the beloved ever finds the suffering lover restored to well-being despite repeatedly inquiring about their plight.

Etymology

Arabic (preposition bi- + ḥāl, literally 'in [proper] state') via Persian.

Usage

Frequently juxtaposed with 'hāl' in ghazal verses for wordplay and thematic contrast between suffering and recovery.

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