Meaning of
aalte
आलते • آلتے
English
red dye; ceremonial dye
Hindi
लाल रंग; सांस्कृतिक रंग
Urdu
سرخ رنگ; ثقافتی رنگ
Origin
Sanskrit
Ash'aar
ye phool patte tahniyaan kaise rahenge ab hare
jab haath hi jo daalte paani yahaañ murjha ga.e
1
tum dhara par baith kar sapne gagan ke paalte ho
hai vijay ki chaah to kyuuñ kaam kal par taalte ho
aur andaaza nadi ka chor par milta nahin hai
kood kar dekho na dar kyuuñ doobne ka paalte ho
29
mujh...ko karne hai nafs ki islaah
meri kamiyaan nikaalte rahna
4
ye phool patte tahniyaan kaise rahenge ab hare
jab haath hi jo daalte paani yahaañ murjha ga.e
1
tum dhara par baith kar sapne gagan ke paalte ho
hai vijay ki chaah to kyuuñ kaam kal par taalte ho
aur andaaza nadi ka chor par milta nahin hai
kood kar dekho na dar kyuuñ doobne ka paalte ho
29
Nuance
Aalte refers to the vibrant red dye traditionally used to adorn the feet of women, symbolizing beauty and auspiciousness. In poetry, it often evokes images of cultural rituals and the elegance of traditional attire.
Poetic Usage
Poets use it to highlight the grace and cultural richness of traditional ceremonies. It can symbolize the beauty of heritage and the vibrancy of life.
Closing Insight
Aalte embodies the vividness of tradition and the elegance of cultural expression.