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Pentameter
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pentámetro
a metrical line of poetry consisting of five feet
What is "pentameter"?
Pentameter is a metrical line in poetry that consists of five metrical feet. Each foot can vary in structure, commonly featuring patterns of stressed and unstressed syllables. Pentameter is often used in various poetic forms, providing a rhythmic and flowing quality to the verse. It allows poets to express complex ideas and emotions while maintaining a structured framework. This form is notably used in English poetry, with examples found in works by poets such as William Shakespeare and John Milton, where the rhythm enhances the storytelling and overall impact of the poem.
Example
To understand the rhythm of the poem, she counted the beats in the pentameter.
Para entender el ritmo del poema, ella contó los compases en el pentámetro.
Classic English poetry often employs iambic pentameter as its meter.
La poesía clásica inglesa a menudo emplea el pentámetro, meter de cinco pies, como su medida.
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