"دلہا" is an Urdu term used to refer to a groom, or a man who is about to get married or has just been married. The word is most commonly used in the context of weddings and marriage ceremonies in South Asian culture. The "دلہا" is the central figure in the marriage ceremony, alongside the bride, and plays an important role in the rituals, festivities, and celebrations surrounding the wedding.
In traditional weddings, the "دلہا" is often dressed in ceremonial attire, including a sherwani or traditional suit, and is often the one to ride in a procession to the bride’s house or the wedding venue. The term "دلہا" carries both cultural and social significance, as the groom represents the new union between two families and is viewed as the partner who will assume the responsibilities of married life.
In a more symbolic sense, "دلہا" is associated with happiness, new beginnings, and social recognition. The wedding day is often one of the most important milestones in a person’s life, and the "دلہا" symbolizes the transition into adulthood, responsibility, and the start of a new chapter.
Etymology:
The word "دلہا" is derived from Persian "دولہ" (dulah), which means groom. Over time, it was adopted into Urdu to signify the man getting married in a traditional marriage ceremony.
Metaphorical Use:
"دلہا خوشی سے اپنے نئے سفر کی طرف بڑھ رہا تھا" (The groom was happily moving toward his new journey.)
"وہ دلہن کے ساتھ ہمیشہ محبت بھری زندگی گزارنے کا عہد کر رہا تھا" (He was making a promise to spend a loving life with the bride.)
Cultural Significance:
In South Asian weddings, the "دلہا" is seen as a key figure in the marriage process. His presence in the wedding ritual signifies the start of a new union and marks the importance of the groom's family. Cultural rituals often surround the "دلہا," such as the "baraat" (groom's wedding procession) and other celebrations that honor the groom's transition into married life.
Synonyms & Antonyms Context:
Synonyms (Urdu): شوہر (Shohar), دلہا (Dulha)
Synonyms (English): groom, bridegroom
Antonyms (Urdu): دلہن (Dulhan)
Antonyms (English): bride
Word Associations:
شادی (Shadi) - wedding
خاندان (Khandan) - family
شادی کی تقریب (Shadi Ki Taqreeb) - wedding ceremony