Meaning of

empty cloud; barren sky

खाली बादल; सूना आकाश

خالی بادل; سنسان آسمان

Persian

In its original sense, 'abr-e-tahi' evokes the image of a sky devoid of rain-bearing clouds, a symbol of unfulfilled promise and lingering anticipation. In poetry, this emptiness is often expanded to reflect emotional voids, unrequited desires, and the silent weight of expectation.

Poets use 'abr-e-tahi' to convey a sense of longing and unfulfilled dreams. It can symbolize the absence of hope or the silence that follows a storm. The term contrasts with 'abr-e-bārān' which signifies abundance and fulfillment.

In the vast expanse of the poetic sky, 'abr-e-tahi' remains a poignant reminder of what is absent yet deeply yearned for.