Word Meaning
महीने
Mahine
hinoun
Meaning
Month; a period of roughly thirty days or a lunar cycle.
Detailed Meaning
In classical poetry, 'mahina' designates a month or lunar cycle. In this couplet, it frames the cyclical passage of time in which the full moon wanes into a crescent, allegorically rubbing its brow upon the beloved's threshold.
Etymology
Derived from Sanskrit 'मास' (māsa) via Prakrit, related to the concept of the moon and month.
Usage
Frequently invoked in Urdu poetry to count the enduring, agonizing passage of time in separation (firaq).
Examples
Several months slipped by in waiting.
Each passing month renewed the pain of parting.
Synonyms
माहमासशह्र
Related Words
माहसालबद्रहिलाल