Word Meaning
समझनी
samajhnī
hiverb
Meaning
To understand, comprehend, or decipher (feminine inflected infinitive).
Detailed Meaning
In classical Urdu grammar, an infinitive often inflects to agree in gender with a feminine object, here agreeing with 'बात' (speech/matter). In this verse, Ghalib ironically observes that since comprehending his words is impossible, his inner state remains concealed even without maintaining silence.
Etymology
From Sanskrit 'संज्ञा' (saṃjñā, understanding/perception) via Prakrit into Old Hindi and Hindustani 'समझना'.
Usage
Feminine agreement of the verbal infinitive with feminine nouns is a prominent hallmark of classical Urdu and Rekhta syntax.
Examples
To comprehend her delicate speech is nearly impossible.
One must understand the underlying riddle.
Synonyms
बूझनीजाननीपहचाननी
Related Words
समझसमझनानासमझफ़हम