Meaning of
wafaai
वफ़ाई • وفائی
English
loyalty; fidelity; faithfulness
Hindi
वफादारी; निष्ठा; ईमानदारी
Urdu
وفاداری; اخلاص; دیانت
Origin
Arabic
Ash'aar
minnaten karta tha ruk jaao meraa koi nahin
mere roke se magar kaun ruka koi nahin
bewafaai ko badaa jurm bataane waale
yaad hai tune bhi chal chhod hata koi nahin
46
main tere baad koi tere jaisa dhoondhta hooñ
jo be-vafaaii kare aur be-vafa na lage
90
jahaan se jee na lage tum wahin bichhad jaana
magar KHuda ke li.e be-vafaaii na karna
85
varna to bewafaai kise kab muaaf hai
tu meri jaan hai so tujhe sab muaaf hai
65
varna to be-vafaaii kise kab muaaf hai
tu meri jaan hai to tujhe sab muaaf hai
63
ik ajab haal hai ki ab us ko
yaad karna bhi be-vafaaii hai
63
bhale hi saikron majbooriyaan hon bewafaai ki
magar tum vajh mat banna kisi sooni kalaaee ki
56
chamchamaati car men uski bidaai ho gayi
par yaqeen aata nahin hai bewafaai ho gayi
aakhri choti se girkar ham mare hain ishq ki
ham samjhte the himalaya ki chadhaai ho gayi
54
kaam aa sakeen na apni wafaayein to kya kareinus be-vafa ko bhool na jaayen to kya karen
51
tu is tarah se mire saath be-vafaaii kar
ki tere baad mujhe koi be-vafa na lage
47
minnaten karta tha ruk jaao meraa koi nahin
mere roke se magar kaun ruka koi nahin
bewafaai ko badaa jurm bataane waale
yaad hai tune bhi chal chhod hata koi nahin
46
main tere baad koi tere jaisa dhoondhta hooñ
jo be-vafaaii kare aur be-vafa na lage
90
Nuance
In its essence, 'wafaai' speaks of a bond that transcends mere promises, embodying a deep-seated commitment. Poetry often elevates this notion, painting it as an eternal pledge, a silent understanding between souls.
Poetic Usage
Poets use 'wafaai' to explore themes of undying love and devotion. It often contrasts with betrayal, highlighting the purity of true allegiance. The word evokes images of steadfast hearts and unwavering trust.
Closing Insight
In poetry, 'wafaai' becomes a testament to the enduring spirit of human connections. It is a gentle reminder of the promises that bind us.