सियह-फ़ाम

Meaning

Dark-complexioned, black-colored, or having an intensely deep black hue.

Detailed Meaning

A compound adjective derived from Persian describing something intensely dark or black-hued. In classical poetry, it frequently qualifies the beloved's long, raven tresses or an ominous dark night. In this couplet, it specifically describes the beloved's dark hair ('zulf-e-siyah-fām'), the memory of which causes unending sorrow.

Etymology

Persian: compound of 'siyāh' (black) and suffix '-fām' (color, shade, complexion).

Usage

In classical ghazal, it is traditionally paired with 'zulf' (locks) to signify captivating, dangerous beauty.

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