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Language and Poetry

The study of language structure, poetic devices, and the creative use of words in poetry, including the understanding of figurative language, imagery, and other literary techniques used to convey meaning and emotion

intermediate
3 hours
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Language and poetry are intertwined, with language serving as the foundation for poetic expression. Poetry utilizes the elements of language—such as rhythm, sound, and imagery—to convey emotions and ideas in a condensed form. Understanding the nuances of language enhances one's ability to appreciate...

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Key Terms

Imagery
Descriptive language that creates visual representations in the reader's mind.

Example: The sunset painted the sky in hues of orange and pink.

Metaphor
A figure of speech that compares two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as'.

Example: Time is a thief.

Rhyme
The repetition of similar sounds in two or more words, often at the end of lines.

Example: The cat sat on the mat.

Syllable
A single, unbroken sound of a spoken (or written) word.

Example: The word 'poetry' has three syllables: po-e-try.

Sonnet
A 14-line poem with a specific rhyme scheme and meter, often exploring themes of love.

Example: Shakespeare's sonnets are famous examples.

Haiku
A traditional Japanese form of poetry consisting of three lines with a 5-7-5 syllable pattern.

Example: An old silent pond... / A frog jumps into the pond— / Splash! Silence again.

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Key Concepts

ImageryMetaphorRhymeStructure