Word Meaning
शहवार
shahwār
hiadjective
Meaning
Fit for a king; royal, magnificent, of superior or regal quality.
Detailed Meaning
In classical Urdu and Persian poetry, 'shahwār' denotes something majestic, regal, or worthy of a monarch. It is most famous in the compound 'dur-e-shahwār' (a pearl fit for a king's crown). In this couplet, the poet asserts that each of his tears holds greater beauty and value than the rarest royal pearl.
Etymology
Persian: composed of 'shah' (king) + suffix '-wār' (worthy of, suitable for).
Usage
In ghazal tradition, it almost always pairs with 'dur' (pearl) as an evocative metaphor for heartfelt tears or flawless poetic verses.
Examples
dur-e-shahwār (a royal pearl)
gauhar-e-shahwār (a gem fit for kings)
Synonyms
शाहीउत्कृष्टअनमोललाजवाब
Related Words
शाहदुरगौहरमोती