Word Meaning
रंजा
ranja
hiadjective
Meaning
Aggrieved, troubled, vexed, distressed, or hurt in spirit.
Detailed Meaning
In classical Urdu poetry, 'ranja' means aggrieved, vexed, or troubled. In this couplet, 'ranja karna' signifies hurting or breaking another person's heart, which is portrayed as an unforgivable sin compared against which even constructing the Kaaba pales. It emphasizes the classical trope of the sacred sanctity of the human heart over ritualistic piety.
Etymology
Persian رنجه (ranjah), derived from the verb رنجیدن (ranjīdan, 'to suffer, to be grieved').
Usage
Frequently coupled with verbs like 'karna' or 'hona' in ghazals to evoke the sin of heartbreak or deep sorrow.
Examples
Do not cause distress to any fragile heart.
He became vexed at the mere mention of separation.
Synonyms
रंजिदादुखीआहतग़मगीन
Related Words
रंजरंजिशरंजीदा