Word Meaning
साज
Saaz
hinoun, masculine
Meaning
Musical instrument; harmony, tune, or equipment.
Detailed Meaning
In Persian and Urdu poetics, 'saaz' primarily refers to a musical instrument or melodic accompaniment. In this couplet, it symbolizes an instrument—and by extension, latent talent or voice—that is rendered useless if silenced and kept concealed. It frequently represents the human heart or expressive art awaiting expression.
Etymology
Persian 'sāz' (ساز), derived from the verb 'sākhtan' (to make, tune, prepare).
Usage
Commonly paired with 'mutrib' (minstrel) or 'dil' (heart) in ghazals to signify the medium through which sorrow or joy is vocalized.
Examples
The instrument of the heart wept without a touch.
A silent instrument bears no melody.
Synonyms
बाजावाद्यआला-ए-मौसीक़ी
Related Words
साज़िंदासाज़-ओ-सामानहम-साज़