Word Meaning
मेहमाँ
mehmāñ
hinoun
Meaning
A guest; an invited visitor or someone who is hosted.
Detailed Meaning
In classical Urdu poetry, 'mehmāñ' refers to a guest or visitor. In this couplet, it specifically describes hosting the beloved in the speaker's private assembly. The poet fondly recalls the rare, radiant occasion when the beloved graced his gathering and wine flowed freely.
Etymology
Persian 'mihmān' (مہمان), from Middle Persian 'mēmān'.
Usage
In the ghazal tradition, 'mehmāñ' is commonly used for the rarely visiting beloved, or metaphorically for the human soul passing through the ephemeral world.
Examples
Long has it passed since the beloved was a guest.
We are but transient guests in this mortal world.
Synonyms
अतिथिज़ैफ़पाहुना
Related Words
मेज़बानमेहमानीमेहमाँ-नवाज़ी