1 Urdu couplets and shers with izaafi
izaafi(f): extra, surplus
Description of izaafi: Izaafi is an Urdu adjective meaning "additional," "supplemental," or "extra," referring to something added or in excess. Unlike essential elements, it denotes non-core additions that enhance or extend the primary item. Differs from "zaruri" , as izaafi implies surplus rather than requirement. In Urdu poetry, it evokes embellishments, like izaafi rang intensifying a lover's longing in ghazals.
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baaqi umr
izaafi hai
one love
is enough
the rest of life
is just surplus
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