Word Meaning
मिलिए
miliye
hiverb
Meaning
To meet, see, or encounter; should one meet.
Detailed Meaning
The word 'मिलिए' is a polite potential or subjunctive form of the verb 'मिलना' (to meet). In classical poetry and specifically this couplet, it functions conditionally meaning 'if one should meet' or 'were one to encounter'. It captures the narrator's preconceived declarations that vanish the moment the beloved actually appears.
Etymology
From Sanskrit 'मिलति' (milati, to meet, join) through Prakrit 'मिलइ' (milaï) into Hindi/Urdu.
Usage
Commonly employed in ghazals in the subjunctive mood to formulate hypothetical encounters with the beloved.
Examples
If one were to meet that charmer, one could bare the heart
Meet with rivals, but do not forget me
Synonyms
मुलाक़ात कीजिएभेंटिएरूबरू होइए
Related Words
मिलनामुलाक़ातविसालदीदार