Meaning of
kawaafi
कवाफ़ी • قوافی
English
rhymes; poetic meters
Hindi
तुक; छंद
Urdu
قوافی; شعری اوزان
Origin
Arabic
Ash'aar
doston kya hua gar nahin hai koi ishq ka qaafiya
hai nahin ishq bas pyaar hai tum se jis ke qawaafi hain sau
1
adhoore zindagi ke misre ghazal koi adhuri si
qawaafi se badalte tum meri fitrat radeefon si
8
roz hi kawaafi se ladti hain meri ghazlen
door se tamasha ye ab radeef dekhengi
8
nahin hai ishq tum se bas muhabbat haina hi koi shikaayat aur adavat hai
tujhe gar be-wafa banna hai to ban ja
mohabbat ka qawaafi bhi nihaayat hai
1
doston kya hua gar nahin hai koi ishq ka qaafiya
hai nahin ishq bas pyaar hai tum se jis ke qawaafi hain sau
1
adhoore zindagi ke misre ghazal koi adhuri si
qawaafi se badalte tum meri fitrat radeefon si
8
Nuance
The term 'kawaafi' refers to the rhymes that create harmony and rhythm in poetry. It is the musical quality that binds verses together, adding depth and resonance to the poetic expression.
Poetic Usage
Poets employ 'kawaafi' to enhance the musicality of their work. It is used to create a sense of unity and flow, often serving as a bridge between emotions and words.
Closing Insight
In poetry, 'kawaafi' are the threads that weave the fabric of lyrical beauty.