This topic covers the different forms of poetry, such as sonnets, haikus, free verse, blank verse, etc., and their unique features and requirements.
Rhyme scheme: The pattern of rhyme that is used in a poem, typically denoted by letters of the alphabet.
Meter: The rhythm or beat of a poem, determined by the stressed and unstressed syllables in each line.
Stanza: A group of lines in a poem, similar to a paragraph in prose.
Sonnet: A 14-line poem typically written in iambic pentameter that follows a specific rhyme scheme.
Haiku: A Japanese poem consisting of three lines, with 5 syllables in the first line, 7 syllables in the second, and 5 syllables in the third.
Villanelle: A 19-line poem consisting of five tercets and a final quatrain, with a specific rhyme scheme and refrain.
Sestina: A complex form of poetry that consists of six stanzas of six lines, followed by a final tercet, with a repetitive pattern of end-words.
Free verse: Poetry that does not follow a specific form or structure, with no fixed meter, rhyme scheme, or stanza length.
Epic poetry: A long, narrative poem that often includes heroic deeds, mythology, and historical events.
Lyric poetry: Poetry that expresses personal feelings, thoughts, and emotions in a musical and rhythmical way.
Ode: A lyrical poem that addresses a particular subject or person with exalted and elaborate language.
Ballad: A traditional song or oral poem that tells a story, typically a love story or a tragic event.
Elegy: A poem that mourns the passing of someone or something, often written in a formal and somber tone.
Prose poem: A poem that does not adhere to traditional verse structures, but instead utilizes prose-like language and narrative.
Concrete poem: A poem that is shaped to represent its subject, often incorporating visual and spatial elements.
Sonnet: A 14 line poem, typically with a specific rhyme scheme and meter.
Haiku: A traditional Japanese form of poetry consisting of three lines. The first line has five syllables, the second has seven, and the third has five.
Villanelle: A 19 line poem with a specific rhyme pattern and repeating lines.
Free verse: A type of poetry that does not follow a specific rhyme scheme or meter.
Pantoum: A form of poetry with repeating lines and a specific pattern.
Sestina: A complex form of poetry with repeating end-words and a specific structure.
Ghazal: A form of poetry originating from Arabic and Persian traditions, with specific rhyming patterns and a recurring refrain.
Ode: A poem that expresses praise, usually for a person, place, or thing.
Ballad: A narrative poem with a musical quality, often telling a story or legend.
Concrete: A type of poetry in which the words are arranged in a specific shape or design.