Alfaaz

Alfaaz is a term used in Urdu and Hindustani languages to denote words, expressions, or verbal utterances. In linguistic and literary contexts it often refers to the vocabulary or phrasing used by a speaker or writer. The word is widely encountered in poetry, music, and everyday speech as a generic label for language itself, as well as for the act of speaking.

Origin and forms: Alfaaz derives from the Arabic word alfāḏ (plural alfāẓ), meaning 'words' or 'utterances.' In South Asian transcription, it appears in several spellings such as Alfaz or Alfaaz, reflecting variations in transliteration from the original script.

Usage and cultural context: In poetry and songs, alfaaz is used to discuss lyricism and expression—how choice of words conveys emotion and meaning. The term also appears as a personal name or artistic moniker in South Asia, where individuals may adopt Alfaaz as a pen name or stage name. When used as a proper noun, it is typically capitalized in non-native contexts.

See also: lafz, alfāẓ, Urdu vocabulary, transliteration.