Meaning of
nigaah-e-naaz
निगाह-ए-नाज़ • نگاہ ناز
English
glance of coquetry; flirtatious look
Hindi
छलना भरी दृष्टि; चंचल नज़र
Urdu
شوخی بھری نظر; چنچل نگاہ
Origin
Persian
Ash'aar
Uski nigaah e naaz se aage nikal gaye
0
teri nigaah-e-naaz se chhoote hue darakht
mar jaayen kya karen bataa sukhe hue darakht
hairat hai ped neem ke dene lage hain aam
pagla ga.e hain aapke choo
men hue darakht
96
mujh par nigaah-e-naaz ka jab jaadu chal gaya
main rafta rafta qais ki sohbat men dhal gaya
zulfen unhonne khol ke bikhraai thii shajar
phir dekhte hi dekhte mausam badal gaya
4
uski nigaah-e-naaz men aane ke vaaste
mehnat ke saath-saath muqaddar bhi chahiye
2
Uski nigaah e naaz se aage nikal gaye
0
teri nigaah-e-naaz se chhoote hue darakht
mar jaayen kya karen bataa sukhe hue darakht
hairat hai ped neem ke dene lage hain aam
pagla ga.e hain aapke choo
men hue darakht
96
Nuance
Nigaah-e-naaz captures the playful and teasing nature of a flirtatious glance. It is a look that speaks volumes without words, conveying both allure and mischief. In poetry, it often symbolizes the dance of attraction and the subtle power of seduction.
Poetic Usage
Poets use nigaah-e-naaz to depict the silent communication between lovers, where a single glance can convey deep emotions. It contrasts with direct expression, highlighting the beauty of subtlety and suggestion.
Closing Insight
Nigaah-e-naaz embodies the eloquence of silence, where eyes speak the language of the heart.