Word Meaning
मिलता
miltaa
hiverb
Meaning
is obtained, received, or found; comes to hand.
Detailed Meaning
The masculine singular imperfective participle of the verb 'milnā', meaning to be obtained, found, or received. In this couplet by Ghalib, it signifies deriving or finding greater pleasure when bounty is bestowed unasked. The usage emphasizes the spontaneous acquisition of joy rather than seeking it deliberately.
Etymology
Sanskrit 'मिलति' (milati - to meet, assemble, happen upon) via Prakrit 'मिलइ' (milaï) into Hindustani 'मिलना' (milnā).
Usage
In classical Urdu poetry, 'milnā' frequently denotes both physical meeting (union with the beloved) and receiving grace, reward, or suffering.
Examples
DhūñDne par bhī na milaa nishān us kā
Jise talab nahīñ usī ko miltaa hai
Synonyms
हासिल होनापानादसतयाब होना
Related Words
मिलनामिलामिलनमुलाक़ात