hypermeter

Meanings

• noun

  A type of metrical rhythm in poetry, where the number of syllables in each line is constant or nearly so, creating a regular rhythmic pattern.

  - "The iambic pentameter is a type of hypermeter commonly used in English poetry."
  - "The consistent hypermeter in this sonnet adds to its musical quality."

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Variants

List of all variants of hypermeter that leads to same result
hypermeter , hypermeters , hypermetric , hypermetrical

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Etymology

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Derived from the Greek words 'hyper' meaning 'above' and 'metron' meaning 'measure'.

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Trivia

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1. Did you know that Shakespeare is famous for using iambic pentameter in many of his plays and sonnets?

2. The use of consistent hypermeter in poetry can help create a sense of unity and cohesion throughout a work.

3. Hypermeter is not limited to poetry – it can also be found in music, particularly in the consistent rhythm of a song's verse and chorus.

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Related Concepts

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1. Metrical rhythm: The pattern of stressed and unstressed syllables in a line of poetry, which includes hypermeter.

2. Iambic pentameter: A specific type of hypermeter with five iambs per line, which is commonly used in English poetry.

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Culture

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Hypermeter has been a significant element in poetry, particularly in Western literature, for centuries. It has been used to create a sense of rhythm and musicality in verse, and has been explored by many famous poets throughout history.

How to Memorize "hypermeter"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a line of poetry with a consistent number of syllables in each foot.
   - Visualize the pattern of stresses and unstresses in each line.
   - Practice identifying the hypermeter in different poems.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the number of syllables in each line with a specific foot or metrical pattern.
   - Connect the concept of hypermeter to the rhythm and musicality of poetry.
   - Create mental images of poems with consistent hypermeter.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym HYPER to remember the meaning of hypermeter: 'H' for Hyper, 'Y' for above, 'P' for Poetic, 'E' for rhythm, and 'R' for regular pattern.

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