Meaning of

intoxicating wine; metaphorical intoxication

मदिरा; रूपकात्मक नशा

شراب; استعاراتی نشہ

Persian

In its original sense, 'may-e-majaaz' refers to the intoxicating quality of wine, a symbol of indulgence and escape. In poetry, it transcends the literal, becoming a metaphor for the intoxicating allure of dreams and illusions, a bridge between reality and imagination.

Poets often use 'may-e-majaaz' to evoke the sense of longing for an unattainable ideal. It is employed to contrast the harshness of reality with the sweetness of dreams. The word can also suggest a temporary escape from the mundane.

May-e-majaaz captures the delicate balance between reality and illusion, offering a poetic escape into the realm of dreams.