Word Meaning
लगा
lagā
hiverb
Meaning
Began, started to, commenced.
Detailed Meaning
In this verse, 'लगा' functions as an inceptive auxiliary verb denoting that an action has commenced, meaning 'began to'. Here, it describes the separation (hijrān) actively beginning to inflict harsher cruelties upon the lover. It is the masculine singular simple past form of the Hindi/Urdu root verb 'lagnā'.
Etymology
Sanskrit 'लग्न' (lagna, attached/clinging) through Prakrit 'लग्ग' (lagga).
Usage
In classical ghazal poetry, 'lagā' is commonly paired with oblique infinitives to depict the sudden onset of grief, weeping, or fate's cruelty.
Examples
The heart began to burn in the fire of longing.
Tears began to flow from the eyes endlessly.
Synonyms
शुरू हुआआरंभ हुआछिड़ा
Related Words
लगनालगेलगीलगाना