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peshaani(f): forehead

Description of peshaani: The Urdu word peshaani primarily means forehead, referring to the front part of the head above the eyes. In classical usage, it also signifies fate or destiny, as these were believed traceable in the forehead's lines. Unlike the English "forehead," peshaani carries metaphorical weight in Urdu poetry and literature, symbolizing fortune and character. Differs from mere anatomical terms by embodying philosophical meaninga person's peshaani raushan reflects virtuous character and good

1 / 1: peshaani

ek main hoon aur dastak kitne darwaazon pe doon?

kitni dahleezon pe

sajda ek peshaani kare

i am just one

how many doors must i knock upon?

before how many doorsteps

should i prostrate in submission?

Mahtab Haider Naqvi (1)

dastak (m) (2)

knock (on the door)

darwaazon (m) (1)

doors

dahleezon (m) (1)

doorsteps, thresholds

sajda (m) (3)

prostrate, bow

peshaani (f) (1)

forehead

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