Arabic · noun · Poetry, Speech & Art

Qissa

क़िस्सा

said qis-sa

also written: Qissah

Meaning

A story, tale or narrative; an affair or matter.

Usage & notes

The story or account, often a famous romance like Qissa-e-Laila-Majnun, carrying a lesson or lament.

Related words

An epic romance or long prose tale of adventure and marvels.

An anecdote, fable or moral tale.