Urdu · Culture & Society

موسیقی

mauseeqi

Music

Intermediatenoun

Definition

Sounds arranged in a pleasing way; qawwali is the soulful classic.

Example

قوالی پاکستانی موسیقی کی جان ہے۔

Qawwali is the soul of Pakistani music.

Etymology

'موسیقی' (mauseeqi) is derived from the Arabic word 'موسيقَى' (musiqa), which refers to the art of music. This term has been adopted into Urdu to encompass various forms of musical expression.

How & Where It’s Used

'موسیقی' (mauseeqi) is used in formal discussions about music as an art form and in informal settings to discuss popular music. It is common in both spoken and written Urdu.

Literary Heritage

Mentioned in poetry and songs, especially in the works of notable poets like Ahmed Faraz and in contemporary music discussions.

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