शायर
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.
Examples
3 of 5मेरा दोस्त एक अच्छा शायर है।
My friend is a good poet.
आज की महफ़िल में एक मशहूर शायर तशरीफ़ ला रहे हैं।
A famous poet is arriving at today's gathering.
तुम तो बड़े शायर बन रहे हो!
You are acting like such a poet!
Synonyms
Word Family
Memory Tip
Think of 'Shayar' as someone who 'Shares' their 'Shayari' (poetry) with the world.
Quick Quiz
मिर्ज़ा ग़ालिब भारत के एक महान ______ थे।
Correct!
The correct answer is: शायर
Examples
मेरा दोस्त एक अच्छा शायर है।
everydayMy friend is a good poet.
आज की महफ़िल में एक मशहूर शायर तशरीफ़ ला रहे हैं।
formalA famous poet is arriving at today's gathering.
तुम तो बड़े शायर बन रहे हो!
informalYou are acting like such a poet!
आधुनिक साहित्य में इस शायर का स्थान महत्वपूर्ण है।
academicThis poet holds an important place in modern literature.
विज्ञापन एजेंसी ने जिंगल लिखने के लिए एक शायर को काम पर रखा।
businessThe advertising agency hired a poet to write the jingle.
Synonyms
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
शायर की कल्पना
A poet's imagination
शायराना अंदाज़
Poetic style/manner
शायराना मिज़ाज
Poetic temperament
Often Confused With
While both mean poet, 'Kavi' is usually used for Hindi/Sanskrit literature, whereas 'Shayar' is specifically for Urdu/Hindustani style.
Shayar is the person (poet), while Shayari is the act or the collection of poetry itself.
Usage Notes
The word is predominantly used in the context of South Asian mushairas (poetry recitals). It carries a sense of artistic soulfulness and is often used to compliment someone who speaks eloquently.
Common Mistakes
Learners often use 'shayar' to refer to the poem itself (e.g., 'I wrote a shayar'). Correct usage is 'I wrote a shayari' or 'I am a shayar'.
Memory Tip
Think of 'Shayar' as someone who 'Shares' their 'Shayari' (poetry) with the world.
Word Origin
Derived from the Arabic word 'shā‘ir', which means 'one who perceives' or 'poet'.
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
In India and Pakistan, 'shayaars' are cultural icons who participate in 'mushairas' (public poetry readings) where the audience interacts with the poet using praises like 'Irshad' or 'Waah-waah'.
Quick Quiz
मिर्ज़ा ग़ालिब भारत के एक महान ______ थे।
Correct!
The correct answer is: शायर
More literature words
लेखक
A1A 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).
साहित्यकार
A1A 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.
शास्त्र
A1Shastra 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.
कहानी
A1A 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.
किस्सा
A1A '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.
दास्तान
A1A long, detailed story or narrative, often focusing on adventures, romance, or significant life events. It implies a sense of history or a series of interconnected occurrences rather than a simple short story.
कथा
A1A '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'.
उपन्यास
A1A 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.
शायरी
A1Shayari 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.
गजल
A1A 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.
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