Word Meaning
हरगिज़
hargiz
hiadverb
Meaning
Never, by no means, under no circumstances (usually with a negative).
Detailed Meaning
'Hargiz' is an adverb of Persian origin indicating absolute time or condition, primarily used with negative particles to mean 'never' or 'under no circumstances'. In Mir's couplet, it serves as an emphatic warning, admonishing the listener to absolutely never become a dependent guest at the hollow banquet of fate.
Etymology
Persian 'هرگز' (hargiz), formed from 'har' (each/every) and archaic 'giz' (time/turn).
Usage
In classical Urdu poetry, 'hargiz' is almost always paired with negative particles like 'na' or 'mat' to express resolute refusal, vow, or caution.
Examples
Never bow down before tyranny.
This can never be accepted under any condition.
Synonyms
कदापिबिल्कुलअसलन
Related Words
कभीक़तअनअलबत्ता