Urdu · Emotions & Feelings

غصہ

gussa

Anger

Beginnernoun

Definition

The feeling of strong displeasure.

Example

وہ مجھ سے غصہ ہے۔

He is angry with me.

Etymology

'غصہ' (gussa) originates from Arabic, meaning 'anger' or 'rage.' Its incorporation into Urdu signifies the shared emotional lexicon present in Islamic cultures.

How & Where It’s Used

This noun is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts when discussing anger or frustration, recognized across Urdu-speaking regions.

Literary Heritage

Often featured in literature and folk narratives to explore themes of conflict and emotion, appearing in famous poetic works.

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