दास्तान

A person who writes books, stories, or articles, typically as a profession. It can refer to a writer in general or specifically to a male writer, as opposed to a 'lekhika' (female writer).

A शायर (shayar) is a poet, particularly one who composes poetry in the Urdu or Hindi ghazal tradition. The term implies someone who expresses deep emotions, philosophical thoughts, or romantic sentiments through rhythmic verses.

A person who creates literary works such as novels, poetry, or essays. The term specifically refers to someone who contributes to the field of literature (Sahitya) and is often used as a respectful title for an author.

Shastra refers to a sacred scripture, treatise, or a systematic body of knowledge in a specific field. It is commonly used to describe classical Indian texts that provide rules, logic, and ethical guidelines for disciplines like law, art, or science.

A kahānī is a narrative or story, which can be real or imaginary, told to entertain, educate, or preserve memories. It is a fundamental unit of literature and oral tradition, ranging from simple anecdotes to complex written works.

A 'kissa' refers to a story, anecdote, or a short narrative about a specific event. It is often used to describe real-life incidents told in a storytelling manner or a brief tale with a moral or entertaining point.

A 'katha' refers to a story, tale, or narrative, often implying a traditional, religious, or moral account. In modern Hindi, it is used for literary plots or any structured retelling of events, though it carries a more formal or classical tone than 'kahani'.

A long narrative work of fiction with a complex plot and characters. It is the Hindi equivalent of a 'novel' and is used to describe a book-length story.

Shayari refers to the rich tradition of poetry in Hindi and Urdu, characterized by rhythmic couplets and emotional depth. It is widely used to express feelings of love, pain, philosophy, and social issues in a concise and musical manner.

A ghazal is a form of amatory poem or ode, originating in Arabic poetry. In the context of Hindi and Urdu, it refers to a set of rhyming couplets that share a meter and are often set to music, typically dealing with themes of love, longing, and philosophy.