Word Meaning
यक-लख़्त
yak-lakht
hiadverb
Meaning
All at once, suddenly, or completely and entirely.
Detailed Meaning
In classical Urdu poetry, 'yak-lakht' denotes an action occurring suddenly or all at once, as well as an exhaustive, complete occurrence. In the given couplet, it implies shedding every piece of one's torn heart completely in a single outpouring, while also establishing an exquisite wordplay (ri'ayat-e-lafzi) with 'lakht-e-jigar'.
Etymology
Persian compound formed from 'yak' (one) and 'lakht' (piece, portion, moment).
Usage
Frequently used in classical ghazal to denote sudden tragedy, abrupt transformation, or total depletion of endurance.
Examples
All at once, the entire state of affairs changed.
The storm arrived all at once, scattering the nest.
Synonyms
एकाएकअचानकदफ़अतनयकबारगी
Related Words
लख़्तलख़्त-ए-जिगरयकसरयक-ब-यक