Word Meaning
सन
sun
hiverb
Meaning
Listen or hear (imperative form).
Detailed Meaning
In this couplet, it functions as an imperative verb addressing the listener to hear the speaker's tale ('sar-guzisht'). Likening himself to the dying candle of late night, the poet urges the listener to pay attention quickly, as his life and story are swiftly coming to an end.
Etymology
From Sanskrit शृणोति (śṛṇoti) through Prakrit सुणइ (suṇaï), yielding Hindustani सुनना (sunnā).
Usage
In classical ghazal, this concise imperative is often invoked to dramatically capture the beloved or listener's attention before recounting sorrow.
Examples
Sun ai gul, fasl-e-bahaar aayi hai
Daastaan-e-gham sun aur rehm kar
Synonyms
सुनोकान धरो
Related Words
सुननासुनानासर-गुज़श्त