Meaning of
kuhan-saal
कुहन-साल • کہن سال
English
old; ancient; aged
Hindi
पुराना; प्राचीन; वृद्ध
Urdu
پرانا; قدیم; بوڑھا
Origin
Persian
Ash'aar
ishq ka gham aur us par bewafaai ka bhi la-mahdood sadma ab kahein kya
umr hai bas tees kii lekin dikhaai deta hai jaise ho nabbe ka kuhan-saal
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ye gham-e-ishq phir zakhm-e-bewafai ke baa'is hi
tees ki umr men nabbe ka kuhan-saal dikhta hai
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ishq ka gham aur us par bewafaai ka bhi la-mahdood sadma ab kahein kya
umr hai bas tees kii lekin dikhaai deta hai jaise ho nabbe ka kuhan-saal
1
ye gham-e-ishq phir zakhm-e-bewafai ke baa'is hi
tees ki umr men nabbe ka kuhan-saal dikhta hai
1
Nuance
The word evokes the passage of time, carrying the weight of years and the wisdom they bring. In poetry, it often suggests a sense of nostalgia or the dignity of age.
Poetic Usage
Poets use it to evoke the grandeur of ancient times or to reflect on the wisdom of elders. It contrasts with words that signify youth or newness.
Closing Insight
Kuhan-saal carries the echoes of time, a reminder of the beauty found in age and experience.