solitude
intermediateB2/ˈsɒlɪtjuːd/ · sol-i-tude
The state of being alone, often by choice, typically with a peaceful or reflective connotation.
Meanings
The state of being alone, often by choice, typically with a peaceful or reflective connotation.
اکیلے ہونے کی حالت، اکثر انتخاب کے ساتھ، عام طور پر سکون یا غور و فکر کے معنی کے ساتھ۔
تنہائی
tanhaai
Synonyms
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Common Collocations
- enjoy solitude
- embrace solitude
- solitude of the mind
Example Sentences
Many people find solace in solitude when they need to think.
بہت سے لوگ سوچنے کی ضرورت میں تنہائی میں سکون پاتے ہیں۔
Bohat se log sochnay ki zaroorat mein tanhai mein sukoon paate hain.
Solitude can be a wonderful space for creativity.
تنہائی تخلیقیت کے لیے ایک شاندار جگہ ہو سکتی ہے۔
Tanhaai takhleek ke liye aik shandar jagah ho sakti hai.
He sought solitude in the mountains to reflect on his life.
وہ اپنی زندگی پر غور کرنے کے لیے پہاڑوں میں تنہائی چاہتا تھا۔
Woh apni zindagi par ghor karne ke liye paharon mein tanhai chahta tha.
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💡 Memory Tip
Think of 'solitude' as 'soul' and 'attitude' combined, representing a peaceful mindset when alone.
Imagine a serene forest where one sits quietly under a tree, enjoying the peace of being alone.
✍️ Urdu Poetry
تنہائی کا عالم دل کی سن لے، سب لوگ ہیں سست، چلو چلیں تنہا کہیں
Tanhaai ka aalam dil ki sun le, sab log hain sust, chalo chalein tanha kahin
Listen to the heart in the realm of solitude, everyone is lazy, let’s go somewhere alone.
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🗣️ Urdu Proverb
اکیلے آدمی کی قدر نہیں ہوتی
Akele aadmi ki qadr nahi hoti
The value of a lonely person is often overlooked.
📖 Etymology
Origin: Latin "solitudo" — loneliness, solitude
First known use: 14th century
The term 'solitude' developed from the Latin 'solitudo,' which reflects a state of being alone, often with a connotation of tranquility or peace. It has been used in English since the late 14th century.