Word Meaning
माँगी
maangi
hiverb
Meaning
Asked for, requested, sought, or prayed for.
Detailed Meaning
A feminine past-tense form of the verb 'māngnā' (to ask, seek, or pray). In this couplet, it refers to the secret prayers and worldly longings pleaded by the ascetic (Sheikh) in seclusion. It ironically contrasts the outward renunciation of the world with covert yearning in solitude.
Etymology
Sanskrit 'mārgati' (seeks, inquires) through Prakrit 'maggai' into Old Hindi and Urdu 'māngnā'.
Usage
Often collocated with 'du'ā' (prayer) in Urdu ghazals to express either devout supplication or a lover's yearning.
Examples
The prayer that was asked for in desperation has finally found its answer.
Even when I asked for death from fate, more grief was granted instead.
Synonyms
तलब कीचाहीइल्तिजा की
Related Words
माँगनादुआसवालइल्तिजा