Meaning of
isti'araa
इस्ति'आरा • استعارہ
English
metaphor; symbolic representation
Hindi
रूपक; प्रतीकात्मक अभिव्यक्ति
Urdu
استعارہ; علامتی اظہار
Origin
Arabic
Ash'aar
kisi ummeed ka ye istiaara jaan padta hai
ki tanhaa hi sahi sach jhooth se ab roz ladta hai
5
gulaab haath men ho aankh men sitaara ho
koi vujood mohabbat ka isti'aara ho
37
kisi ummeed ka ye istiaara jaan padta hai
ki tanhaa hi sahi sach jhooth se ab roz ladta hai
5
gulaab haath men ho aankh men sitaara ho
koi vujood mohabbat ka isti'aara ho
37
Nuance
Isti'araa embodies the art of drawing parallels between disparate elements, creating layers of meaning. It enriches poetry by allowing the mundane to transcend into the profound through symbolic representation.
Poetic Usage
Poets employ 'isti'araa' to infuse their work with depth and resonance. It allows them to convey complex emotions and ideas succinctly, transforming abstract thoughts into vivid imagery.
Closing Insight
In the dance of metaphor, poetry finds its most eloquent voice.