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- What is the 5 7 5 haiku rule?
- Can you give me an example of a haiku?
- What is Kiru in haiku?
- Can you write a haiku about a person?
What is the 5 7 5 haiku rule?
Traditional and structured, this short form of Japanese poetry is well-known for its rule of 5/7/5: five syllables in the first line, seven in the second, and five again in the third. Haikus are known for their ability to paint a vivid picture in just a few words.
Can you give me an example of a haiku?
Here are three examples of haiku poems from Matsuo Basho (1644-1694), considered the greatest haiku poet: An old silent pond... A frog jumps into the pond, splash!
What is Kiru in haiku?
A haiku often contains a kiru, or two contrasting ideas. The writer creates a leap between the two ideas, giving the poem a deeper meaning. Creating this comparison can be the hardest part of writing a haiku because it can either be too obvious, or unclear.
Can you write a haiku about a person?
Haiku are a form of Japanese poetry, which have three lines and a 5-7-5 syllable structure. Because haiku are simple poems, they are a great way of expressing your feelings about someone.
