Gadāʾī
Uzbek poet
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Gadā'ī was a remarkable Uzbek poet of the 14th and 15th centuries, known for his mastery of the ghazal and tuyugh forms. While his original name is unknown, he adopted the pen name "Gadā'ī," meaning "Beggar," in his poetry. His divan, comprising 229 ghazals, 5 tuyughs, 2 qasidas, and 1 mustazād, showcases his significant contribution to Chagatai literature. The Chagatai language, which evolved into modern Uzbek, was significantly shaped by poets like Gadā'ī and later by \u02bcAlī Shīr Navā'ī.123
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