Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

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What does maqta mean?
The last couplet of a ghazal, typically incorporating the poet's pen name in a creative way.
Where does maqta come from?
Borrowed from Urdu مقطع, from Persian.

How to pronounce maqta

  1. Open the pronunciation page — Open the Speakur entry for “maqta”.
  2. Read the phonetic spelling — Read the IPA spelling () so you know which sounds to aim for.
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  4. Repeat and practice — Say “maqta” aloud, matching stress and vowels until it feels natural.