martyr
intermediateB2/ˈmɑːrtər/ · mar-tyr
A person who is killed for their religious or other beliefs.
Meanings
A person who is killed for their religious or other beliefs.
ایسا شخص جو اپنے مذہبی یا دیگر عقائد کے لئے قتل کیا جائے۔
شہید
shaheed
Common Collocations
- martyr of faith
- martyr's sacrifice
- honor a martyr
Example Sentences
He was regarded as a martyr for his beliefs.
اُسے اپنے عقائد کے لئے شہید سمجھا گیا۔
Usay apne aqaid ke liye shaheed samjha gaya.
Many martyrs are honored on this day.
اس دن بہت سے شہیدوں کی عزت کی جاتی ہے۔
Is din bahut se shaheedon ki izzat ki jati hai.
The martyr's story inspired many to join the cause.
شہید کی کہانی نے بہت سے لوگوں کو اس مقصد کے لئے شامل ہونے کی تحریک دی۔
Shaheed ki kahani ne bahut se logon ko is maqasid ke liye shamil hone ki tehreek di.
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💡 Memory Tip
Think of a 'martyr' as someone who gives their life, much like a 'sacrifice' for a deeper cause.
Picture a candle being lit in memory of the martyrs.
✍️ Urdu Poetry
شہادت میں ہے بڑی شان سب کو معلوم ہے۔ / حق کی راہ میں نکلیں تو مقدر بدل جائے گا۔
Shahadat mein hai bari shaan sab ko maloom hai. / Haq ki raah mein niklein to muqaddar badal jayega.
In martyrdom, there is great honor, everyone knows this. / If one steps onto the path of truth, destiny will change.
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🗣️ Urdu Proverb
جو مرے وہ تو شہید ہیں۔
Jo mare wo to shaheed hain.
Those who die are martyrs.
📖 Etymology
Origin: Greek "martys" — witness
First known use: 14th century
The term 'martyr' originates from the Greek word 'martys', which means 'witness'. It was first used in a religious context referring to individuals who suffer persecution or death for their religious beliefs.