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2 Urdu couplets and shers with iraade

iraade(m): desires, aspirations

Description of iraade: 'Iraade' is an Urdu word meaning firm intention, resolve, or determination to achieve a goal. Unlike fleeting wishes, it implies steadfast commitment backed by action. Differs from mere 'ichha' , as iraade carries purposeful willpower. In poetry, like Kalam Ink's track, it evokes unyielding love: " " questions a lover's true intentions amid heartbreak. It holds strong cultural and emotional significance in Urdu literature, poetry, and everyday expressive language.

1 / 2: iraade

ye qayaam kaisa hai raah mein tere zauq-o-shauq ko kya hua

abhi chaar kaanTe chhube nahin

tere sab iraade badal gaye?

how come this stalling in the path?

what happened to your will and zeal?

not even four thorns have pricked you

and all your intentions have changed?

Anonymous

qayaam (m) (1)

standing, stalling

zauq (m) (6)

pleasure, delight, joy

shauq (m) (14)

passion, zeal

kaante (m) (1)

thorns

chhube (m) (1)

prick, sting

iraade (m) (2)

desires, aspirations

Theme: Grit, Resilience, & Courage (58)

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2 / 2: iraade

main lautne ke iraade se jaa rahaa huun magar

safar safar hai

mera intezaar mat karna

i am leaving with the

intent to return, but

journey is a journey,

don’t wait up for me

Sahil Sahri Nainitali (2)

intezaar (m) (21)

waiting

safar (m) (24)

journey, travel

iraade (m) (2)

desires, aspirations

Theme: Home, Country, & Belonging (30)

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Loneliness, Separation, & Grief (118)

Voice, Expression, & Language (78)

Oppression, Rebellion, & Freedom (61)

Miscellany (44)

Grit, Resilience, & Courage (58)

Friends, Family, & Community (139)

Creativity, Philosophy, & Enlightenment (40)

Hopes, Aspirations, & Dreams (37)

Love, Passion, and Longing (113)

Quest, Journey, & Destination (54)

Heart, Mind, & Memory (66)

Home, Country, & Belonging (30)

Life, Learning, & Living (127)

Beauty, Charm, & Union (109)

Nature, World & Universe (50)

Religion, Reason, & Tradition (70)

Alfaaz Ki Mehfil is a curated space for timeless poetry celebrating words, emotions, and the enduring beauty of expression. From classic Urdu couplets to modern reflections, it brings together generations of poetic voices that speak of love, longing, hope, and the human soul.

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