Word Meaning

सँवारें

sanvāreñ

hiverb

Meaning

To mend, rectify, adorn, or set right.

Detailed Meaning

In classical Urdu and Hindustani poetry, this verb denotes the act of mending, rectifying, beautifying, or arranging something in proper order. In the given couplet, 'kaam sanwarein' signifies the hope that the beloved might finally resolve or set right the ruined circumstances of a dejected lover.

Etymology

From Sanskrit संवृ (saṃvṛ - to cover, arrange) or संस्कार (saṃskāra) via Prakrit into Old Hindi/Hindustani संवारना (sanwārnā).

Usage

In ghazals, it is frequently set in contrast to 'बिगड़ना' (to deteriorate) or paired with tresses (ज़ुल्फ़/गेसू) and destiny (क़िस्मत/तक़दीर).

Examples

May they come and mend my ruined fate.

As they comb and adorn their locks in the mirror.

Synonyms

सुधारनासजानादुरुस्त करनाबनाना

Related Words

सँवारनासँवरनाबिगाड़नाशृंगार
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