"عہد" has rich religious, cultural, and literary depth. It refers to both a solemn promise or pledge and to an era or age in history. In Islamic context, "عہد" is often linked with divine covenants. In literature, it can symbolize loyalty, remembrance, or the passage of time. Phrases like "عہد نبوی" (Prophetic era) and "عہد وفا" (era of loyalty) highlight its layered usage.
Expanded Features:
- Polarity: Positive/neutral
- Register: Formal, religious, poetic
- Pragmatic Sense: Time period, or binding promise
Synonyms (Urdu): وعدہ، پیمان، زمانہ
Synonyms (English): covenant, era, pledge, promise, vow
Antonyms (Urdu): بے وفائی، عہد شکنی
Antonyms (English): betrayal, break of promise
Usage Contexts:
- Religious texts
- Historical writing
- Poetry and prose about love or loyalty
Example Sentences:
Urdu: اس نے دوستی کا عہد کیا
English: He made a vow of friendship
Urdu: قرآن میں کئی مقامات پر عہد کا ذکر ہے
English: The Quran mentions covenants at many places
Urdu: عہد جوانی یادگار لمحوں سے بھرا ہوتا ہے
English: The era of youth is filled with memorable moments
Poetic Touch: "عہدِ وفا ٹوٹ جائے تو دل کا جہاں ویران ہو جاتا ہے۔"
Related Terms:
پیمان (paimaan): vow
زمانہ (zamana): era
معاہدہ (muahida): agreement