Rhythm and Meter Flashcards
1
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Meter (noun)
A
The syllable types (stressed/unstressed) and count in each line of poetry.
The formula for sound in a poem.
2
Q
Rhythm
A
The beat within a line of poetry.
3
Q
Syllable
A
Single unit of sounds in a word, consisting of a vowel with or without surrounding consonants.
Ex. Bo-ttle, Spring
4
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Foot
A
Combination of stressed and unstressed sounds of syllables. Many different combinations.
1 foot = 1 unstressed and 1 stressed syllable, or 2 syllables.
