indulgence
intermediateB2/ɪnˈdʌl.dʒəns/ · in-dul-gence
The action of allowing oneself to enjoy pleasures or to satisfy desires.
Meanings
The action of allowing oneself to enjoy pleasures or to satisfy desires.
اپنی خوشیوں کا لطف اٹھانے یا خواہشات کو پورا کرنے کی اجازت دینا۔
عیش و عشرت
aish o ishrat
Synonyms
Antonyms
Common Collocations
- unrestrained indulgence
- guilty indulgence
- indulgence in luxury
Example Sentences
She allowed herself the indulgence of a piece of cake.
اس نے اپنے آپ کو ایک ٹکڑا کیک کھانے کی عیش و عشرت دی۔
Us ne apne aap ko aik tukra cake khanay ki aish o ishrat di.
His indulgence in luxury made it difficult to save money.
اس کی عیش و عشرت پیسے بچانے میں مشکل پیدا کر دیتی تھی۔
Us ki aish o ishrat paisay bachanay mein mushkil paida kar deti thi.
Indulgence can lead to negative consequences if not practiced in moderation.
اگر اعتدال میں نہ کی جائے تو عیش و عشرت منفی نتائج کا سبب بن سکتی ہے۔
Agar i'tidal mein na ki jaye to aish o ishrat manfi nateeje ka sabab ban sakti hai.
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💡 Memory Tip
Indulge in good things, just like enjoying a dessert.
Picture yourself in a luxurious spa, enjoying a relaxing treatment.
✍️ Urdu Poetry
زندگی کے رنگوں میں چھلکتی ہے عیش و عشرت، جس کے پاس ہے شغف، اُس کے لیے ہے سرد رات کا لطف۔
Zindagi ke rango mein chhalakti hai aish o ishrat, Jis ke paas hai shaughf, us ke liye hai sard raat ka lutf.
In the colors of life shines indulgence, For one who has passion, there is joy in a cold night's bliss.
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🗣️ Urdu Proverb
جتنا گزارو اتنا نہ بچاؤ
Jitna guzaro utna nah bachao
Spend as much as you enjoy, don't save too much.
📖 Etymology
Origin: Latin "indulgentia" — kindness, leniency
First known use: 14th century
The word 'indulgence' evolved from Latin roots, denoting a sense of leniency or generosity. It has been used in various contexts from religious to secular.