Rhymes


Rhymes

Definition of Rhymes
How do you define Rhymes? What is the definition of Rhymes?
The definition of Rhymes is as follows:
 

Definition of Rhymes

Rhymes are types of poems which have the the repetition of the same or similar sounds at the end of two or more words most often at the ends of lines. This technique makes the poem easy to remember and is therefore often used in Nursery Rhymes. There are several derivatives of the term rhyme which include Double rhyme, Triple rhyme, Rising rhyme, Falling rhyme, Perfect and Imperfect rhymes.

We recommend the following for the fascinating History and Origins of Nursery Rhymes
 

 

Example of Rhymes
There are many examples of different types of poetry. An example of Rhymes can be found in many Nursery Rhymes for children.
 

Example of a well known Nursery Rhyme

Humpty Dumpty sat on a wall,
Humpty Dumpty had a great fall.
All the King's horses, And all the King's men
Couldn't put Humpty together again!

Find out who or what was Humpty Dumpty

Mary Mary quite contrary,
How does your garden grow?
With silver bells and cockle shells
And pretty maids all in a row.

Find out the secret, blood thirsty story behind Mary, Mary Quite contrary
 

 

Forms of Poetry and Literary Terms
How do you define a couplet or a Falling Meter? And what exactly is an Iambic pentameter? We have provided a definition of poetry and literary terms together with the meaning and examples, such as the above definition of Rhymes. A helpful educational resource for those taking an English test or a University student studying English and American Literature. Each definition, such as the above definition and example of Rhymes will provide a glossary of literary terms or a dictionary with the meaning, samples, examples and the rules of specialising in each different type of poem and poetry.
 

Definition of Poetry
Poetry is piece of literature written by a poet in meter or verse expressing various emotions which are expressed by the use of variety of techniques including metaphors, similes and onomatopoeia. The emphasis on the aesthetics of language and the use of techniques such as repetition, meter and rhyme are what are commonly used to distinguish poetry from prose. Poems often make heavy use of imagery and word association to quickly convey emotions. An example of Rhymes is detailed above.

Structure of Poetry
The structure used in poems varies with different types of poetry and can be seen in the above example of Rhymes. The structural elements include the line, couplet, strophe and stanza. Poets combine the use of language and a specific structure to create imaginative and expressive work. The structure used in some Poetry types are also used when considering the visual effect of a finished poem. The structure of many types of poetry  result in groups of lines on the page which enhance the poem's composition.
 

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