Word Meaning
सीधे-साधे
sīdhe-sādhe
hiadjective
Meaning
Simple, innocent, artless, or guileless in appearance and nature.
Detailed Meaning
A reduplicative compound used to describe someone who appears artless, straightforward, and naive. In this couplet, it is used ironically to contrast the outward simplicity and innocence of the preacher (wā'iz) with his calculated longing for the nymphs of paradise.
Etymology
Hindustani/Indo-Aryan compound combining 'seedha' (straight/guileless, via Prakrit from Sanskrit) and 'sada' (plain/simple).
Usage
In classical Urdu poetry, this compound is frequently used with gentle irony to expose the feigned innocence of hypocrites and preachers.
Examples
He seemed too artless and simple for this cunning world.
Their simple-hearted nature made them trust everyone.
Synonyms
भोले-भालेनिष्कपटसादा-लौहमासूम
Related Words
सीधासादाभोला-भालासरल