اداس (udaas)
adjective · Beginner · Emotions & Feelings
Meaning
English: Sad
Feeling unhappy — udaasi colors many a ghazal.
Examples
🗣 تم اتنے اداس کیوں ہو؟
💬 Why are you so sad?
Etymology
‘اداس’ (udaas) comes from Persian, meaning ‘sad’ or ‘sorrowful.’ The term has been integrated into Urdu reflecting emotional states through poetic and common expressions.
How & Where It’s Used
Udaas is used in everyday conversations and literature, bridging formal and informal registers when discussing feelings of sadness.
Literary Heritage
Found in many poignant Urdu poems and songs, depicting themes of loss and longing.
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