Word Meaning

सादगी-हा

saadgi-ha

hinoun

Meaning

Simplicities, naiveties, or multiple instances of artless innocence.

Detailed Meaning

A Persian plural form of 'saadgi' (simplicity), signifying recurring instances of guileless innocence or naive trust. In Ghalib's verse, it reflects the sheer artlessness of longing and the sweet foolishness of the heart that falls repeatedly for the beloved's fleeting glances. It captures a blend of affectionate self-mockery and tender melancholy.

Etymology

Persian: 'sādah' (plain/simple) + abstract suffix '-gī' + Persian plural suffix '-hā'.

Usage

Used in classical Urdu ghazals with an izafat construction to poetically intensify the multiple, naive delusions of love.

Examples

saadgi-ha-e-dil par rona aaya

saadgi-ha-e-shauq ka fasana

Synonyms

सादगियाँभोलापनमासूमियतबे-साख़्तगी

Related Words

सादगीसादातमन्नानैरंग
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