A poem is a piece of writing arrangedput in a particular order or layout in lines, often with rhythma regular pattern of stressed and unstressed sounds, sound pattern, or meter. Poems can tell a story, express emotions, or create vividclear, detailed, and easy to imagine images.
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Pronunciation
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Accent: General American English
IPA: /ˈpoʊəm/
Easy pronunciation: POH-um (approximate spelling).
Stress: Stress the first syllable.
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Poem Meaning
a piece of writing in verse, often with rhythm or meter
Part of speech: noun
Definition: a composition written in metrical feet forming rhythmical lines
Example: She wrote a poem about her grandmother.
Synonyms for this meaning:
- verse form — This is a related label for poetry in form, but it is not a common everyday substitute for poem.
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Common Mistakes
- People sometimes use poem and poetry as if they mean the same thing. A poem is one individual work; poetry is the art or category of poetic writing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does poem mean?
A poem is a piece of writing in verse, usually with rhythm, meter, or special sound patterns.
What is a simple definition of poem?
A poem is a short or long piece of creative writing in lines, often meant to express feeling or imagery.
What are synonyms for poem?
The only supplied synonym is verse form, but it is a technical label rather than a strong everyday synonym.
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