ادمی ادمی سے ملتا ہے

Jigar MoradabadiUrdu2 lines1 public analyses
Original Poetry
Translation
ادمی ادمی سے ملتا ہے
People meet each other
دل مگر کم کسی سے ملتا ہے
But hearts rarely connect
 

Explanation

This couplet by Jigar Moradabadi explores the theme of human interaction and the scarcity of genuine emotional connections. The first line suggests that people often meet and interact with each other on a surface level. However, the second line contrasts this by highlighting that true emotional connections, where hearts genuinely connect, are rare. This reflects a philosophical view on the nature of relationships, emphasizing that while social interactions are common, deep and meaningful bonds are not easily formed. The couplet uses simple language to convey a profound message about the human condition, making it relatable and thought-provoking.

Word Dictionary8

WordIn UrduIn EnglishPron.
ادمیانسانpersonaadmi
سےکے ساتھwithse
ملتاپاتاfindsmilta
ہےہوتاexistshai
دلقلبheartdil
مگرلیکنbutmagar
کمتھوڑاrarelykam
کسیکسی ایکanyonekisi

Poet & Context

Era20th century

Jigar Moradabadi was a prominent Indian Urdu poet known for his ghazals. He was born in 1890 and became a significant figure in Urdu poetry, contributing to its rich tradition with his emotional and philosophical themes.

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When20th century
WhyThis ghazal reflects on human relationships and the rarity of true emotional connections. It is a contemplation on the superficial nature of most interactions compared to the deep bonds that are seldom formed.
Formghazal

Themes & More

human relationshipsemotional connection
contrast: between superficial meetings and true connectionsmetaphor: heart meeting as a metaphor for deep connection
ادمی ادمی سے ملتا ہے by Jigar Moradabadi — Poem, Translation & Meaning