आँख का तारा

/ˈɑːnɡʱ kɑː ˈtɑːɾɑː/◆idiom
apple of one's eye

वह तो मेरी आँख का तारा है।

He is the apple of my eye.

◆ What It Really Means
A person who is cherished or loved more than anyone else by someone.
Literal Meaning
The star of one's eye.
Literal Breakdown
आँखeye+का's+ताराstar
◇ Mental Image
The pupil of the eye, which is the most precious and central part, is metaphorically compared to a star.
◈ When to Use
A parent might say this to describe how much they love their child, or a lover might use it to express their deep affection for their partner.
◉ Cultural Note
In Hindi culture, the phrase reflects the idea that the most precious thing in one's life is like the star in their eye, which is both central and irreplaceable.
informal

A person who is cherished or loved more than anyone else by someone.

उसकी बेटी उसकी आँख का तारा है।

His daughter is the apple of his eye.

तुम मेरी आँख का तारा हो।

You are the apple of my eye.

Used to express deep affection, often for a child or loved one.

Related Phrases

जिगर का टुकड़ाidiom
a piece of one's liver (symbolizing deep love)

Pro Tip

Usage Context

Use this phrase when expressing deep affection or love for someone, especially in a familial or romantic context.

Gold Rule

Idiomatic vs. Literal

This is an idiom. Do not interpret it literally—it does not refer to the physical eye.

Word Origin

The phrase originates from the literal sense of the pupil of the eye being considered the most precious part, as it is the most sensitive and central part of the eye.

Usage Notes

Commonly used in Hindi-speaking cultures to express extreme fondness. Often used for children or romantic partners.

Word Breakdown

आँख
eye
noun
+
का
of
postposition
+
तारा
star
noun
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