Word Meaning
सुख़न
sukhan
hinoun
Meaning
Speech, word, discourse, utterance, or poetry.
Detailed Meaning
In classical Urdu and Persian poetry, 'sukhan' denotes speech, discourse, or refined poetic verse. In this couplet, 'izhaar-e-sukhan' signifies the act of poetic utterance or giving verbal expression to inner sentiments. The poet treats the craft of speaking or writing verse as an opening of the heart's doorway.
Etymology
From Persian 'sukhan' (سخن), meaning speech, word, talk, or discourse.
Usage
In the classical ghazal tradition, poets commonly employ 'sukhan' as a self-reflexive term to celebrate their own poetic art and style.
Examples
The elegance of pure poetic speech
Praise from those who understand poetry
Synonyms
कलामबातक़ौलगुफ़्तगू
Related Words
सुख़नवरसुख़न-फ़हमअह्ल-ए-सुख़न