Word Meaning
भरोसा
bharosa
hinoun
Meaning
Trust, reliance, faith, or certainty.
Detailed Meaning
In classical Urdu poetry, 'bharosa' signifies reliance, dependability, or certainty. In this couplet by Mir, it emphasizes the extreme fragility of life, where the dying lover is likened to a morning lamp whose survival cannot be guaranteed for even a moment.
Etymology
Derived from Sanskrit 'bhadra-āśā' (auspicious hope/trust) through Prakrit into Hindustani.
Usage
Commonly invoked in classical ghazals to underline the unreliability of transient life or the fleeting vows of the beloved.
Examples
What reliance can there be on a flickering morning flame?
I placed my trust entirely upon your promise.
Synonyms
ऐतबारविश्वासआसरा
Related Words
उम्मीदयक़ीनतवक्कुल