Word Meaning
सुरअत
sur'at
hinoun
Meaning
Speed, swiftness, velocity, or rapidity of movement or thought.
Detailed Meaning
In classical Urdu literature, 'sur'at' denotes rapid velocity, swiftness, or quickness. In this couplet, it describes the dazzling speed of thought or contemplation ('fikr'), presenting intellect as moving faster than lightning. It portrays intellectual agility and sublime consciousness.
Etymology
Arabic (سُرْعَة), derived from the root s-r-ʿ (س ر ع), signifying quickness or swiftness.
Usage
In classical poetry, it often pairs in izafat compounds to emphasize the fleeting nature of time or the extraordinary swiftness of thought.
Examples
Swiftness of imagination
Velocity of the passage of time
Synonyms
तेज़ीशीघ्रतारफ़्तारशताब
Related Words
फ़िक्रबर्क़हरकत