Word Meaning
मुआ'मला
mu'aamala
hinoun
Meaning
An affair, dealing, transaction, matter, or relationship.
Detailed Meaning
Denotes an interaction, business, affair, or reciprocal relationship between two parties. In this couplet, it implies relying upon or becoming entangled with others, which the speaker's proud helplessness avoids, choosing to bear solitary embarrassment instead.
Etymology
Arabic origin from 'mu'āmala' (معاملة), derived from the triconsonantal root 'ain-meem-laam (ع-م-ل) meaning to act, work, or deal with someone.
Usage
Frequently employed in classical ghazals to evoke the complex dealings of love ('mu'amala-e-ishq') or worldly entanglements.
Examples
The affair of the heart is exceedingly delicate.
No matter remained between us to discuss.
Synonyms
मामलावास्तासरोकारक़िस्सा
Related Words
अमलताल्लुक़मुआ'मलात