Meaning of
labaada
लबादा • لبادہ
English
cloak; mantle; cover
Hindi
चोगा; आवरण; ओढ़नी
Urdu
چوغہ; پردہ; اوڑھنی
Origin
Arabic
Ash'aar
tujhe gar sharm aati hai purane in libaason pe
to meri jaañ sadak pe logon ko tu be-libaada dekh
0
tohmat utaar phenki labaada badal liya
KHud ko zaruraton se ziyaada badal liya
40
umr ye meri sirf labaada mere khud o khaal ka hai
meraa dil to mushkil se kuchh solah satarah saal ka hai
29
odh liya hai maine libaada sheeshe ka
ab mujh...ko kisi patthar se takraane do
15
bazaahir paarsaaon ka labaada odhne waalon
nahin tum tod paao ge watan ko todne waalon
2
tujhe gar sharm aati hai purane in libaason pe
to meri jaañ sadak pe logon ko tu be-libaada dekh
0
tohmat utaar phenki labaada badal liya
KHud ko zaruraton se ziyaada badal liya
40
Nuance
Originally, 'labaada' refers to a cloak or mantle, a garment that provides warmth and protection. In poetry, it often symbolizes a protective layer or facade that conceals one's true emotions or intentions, creating a sense of mystery or hidden depth.
Poetic Usage
Poets use 'labaada' to evoke themes of concealment and revelation. It can represent the layers of personality or the barriers between individuals. Often used to contrast with openness or vulnerability.
Closing Insight
Labaada captures the delicate dance between what is shown and what is hidden. It invites reflection on the layers we wear.