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1 Urdu couplets and shers with lafz / alfaaz

lafz / alfaaz(m): word / words

Description of lafz / alfaaz: Lafz and alfaaz are Urdu terms for a meaningful word or spoken utterance emerging from the mouth, often denoting a phrase, statement, or expression with significance. Unlike mere sounds, they carry semantic weight and intent. Differs from abstract concepts by emphasizing audible or written form. In poetry, as in "vo kare baat to har lafz se khushbu aae," they evoke fragrance and artistry.

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jabeen par saadgi, neechi nigaahenbaat mein narmi

mukhaatab kaun kar sakta hai

tum ko lafz-e-qaatil se

innocence on face, eyes lowered

dulcet softness in voice

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murderer, assassin

jabeen (m) (3)

forehead, face

nigaahen (m) (2)

eyes, sight

narmi (f) (2)

gentle, soft, softness

mukhaatab (2)

to address

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