Word Meaning
मोती
Moti
hinoun
Meaning
Pearl; metaphorically tears or precious, eloquent words.
Detailed Meaning
Literally signifies a natural pearl produced inside an oyster shell. In Urdu poetry, it is extensively used as a classic metaphor for radiant tears shed by a lover or for finely crafted verses. In this couplet by Mir, it directly represents continuous teardrops being wept and strung together like pearls.
Etymology
Sanskrit 'muktā' (मुक्ता) through Prakrit 'mottia' into Hindi/Urdu.
Usage
In the ghazal tradition, 'moti' (often paired with 'pirona') is commonly employed to depict weeping or poetic composition.
Examples
Palkon par chamakta moti
Kalam se moti bikharna
Synonyms
गौहरमुरवारीदमुक्तादामन-ए-गौहर
Related Words
सीपआँसूलड़ीमाला