Meaning of
raunaq
रौनक़ • رونق
English
brightness; splendor; charm
Hindi
चमक; शोभा; आकर्षण
Urdu
چمک; شوکت; دلکشی
Origin
Arabic
Ash'aar
ham aur tum bane hain bhala maut ke li.e
raunak sahi kaha ye garibi bahaana hai
4
un ke dekhe se jo aa jaati hai munh par raunaq
vo samjhte hain ki beemaar ka haal achha hai
37
dil gaya raunaq-e-hayaat gaii
gham gaya saari kaayenaat gaii
34
rang ko malne se hi raunaq nain aati
har ik nuskha yaar kitaabi hota hai
dekho sharmaana bhi bahut zaroori hai
sharmane se rang gulaabi hota hai
31
siyaasat ke chehre pe raunaq nahin
ye aurat hamesha ki beemaar hai
26
shahar ka tabdeel hona shaad rahna aur udaas
raunqen jitni yahaañ hain auraton ke dam se hain
24
tamannaon men uljhaaya gaya hooñ
khilaune de ke bahlāya gaya hooñ
dil-e-muztar se pooch ai raunaq-e-bazm
main KHud aaya nahin laaya gaya hooñ
15
hat ke dekhenge use raunaq-e-mehfil se kabhi
sabz mausam men to har ped haraa lagta hai
8
baat pe baat bol do naa ab
dil mira yaar tol do naa ab
hain bade hi KHaraab ham raunak
yaar kashkol mol do naa ab
5
na vo qahqahe na vo mahfilein na vo may-kade kii hai raunqen
hua kya ki dekhte-dekhte ye nizaam saara badal gaya
4
ham aur tum bane hain bhala maut ke li.e
raunak sahi kaha ye garibi bahaana hai
4
un ke dekhe se jo aa jaati hai munh par raunaq
vo samjhte hain ki beemaar ka haal achha hai
37
Nuance
The word 'raunaq' evokes a sense of vibrant energy and allure. In its original sense, it refers to the brightness or splendor that catches the eye. Poetry has expanded this to include the charm and liveliness of a scene or person, infusing it with emotional warmth and visual brilliance.
Poetic Usage
Poets often use 'raunaq' to describe the lively atmosphere of a festive gathering. It can also depict the inner glow of a beloved's presence or the enchanting beauty of nature. The word contrasts with solitude, highlighting the joy found in company and celebration.
Closing Insight
Raunaq captures the essence of life's vibrancy and the joy of shared moments. It is a celebration of light and presence.