Word Meaning
रहें
rahein
hiverb
Meaning
May remain, stay, or continue to be (subjunctive/optative form).
Detailed Meaning
In this couplet, 'रहें' acts as an auxiliary verb in the compound 'पड़े रहें' (to remain lying). It reflects an optative mood, conveying the lover's persistent desire to remain discarded at the beloved's threshold despite public humiliation.
Etymology
Sanskrit रहति (rahati) evolving into Prakrit रहइ (rahai) and Hindustani रहना (rahnā).
Usage
Frequently deployed in classical ghazal to convey subjunctive longing, enduring existence, or benediction.
Examples
May you remain safe and blessed in this world forever.
May we continue to lie at your doorstep for all our life.
Synonyms
बने रहेंटिकेंबाक़ी रहें
Related Words
रहनारहारहेरिहाइश