iambuses

Meanings

• Metrical scheme

  A metrical scheme in ancient Greek and Latin poetry, consisting of a short syllable followed by a long syllable.

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Variants

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iamb , iambi , iambic , iambics , iambs , iambus , iambuses

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Forms

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Iambic pentameter: a line of ten syllables, with five short syllables and five long syllables.

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Etymology

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From Greek iambos, a type of ancient Greek poetry characterized by short, rhythmic lines and often containing satirical or humorous content.

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Trivia

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1. Iambic pentameter is the most commonly used meter in English poetry.

2. The word 'iambus' is also used to describe a short, thick stick used in ancient Greek poetry recitations.

3. Shakespeare wrote most of his plays in iambic pentameter.

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Related Concepts

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1. Anapests: Another metrical scheme in poetry, consisting of two short syllables followed by a long syllable.

2. Trochaic: A metrical scheme in poetry, consisting of a long syllable followed by a short syllable.

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Culture

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In ancient Greek literature, iambic poetry was often used for satirical or humorous purposes. The most famous iambic poet was Archilochus, who wrote poems criticizing his enemies and praising his friends.

How to Memorize "iambuses"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a short foot followed by a long foot. Repeat this pattern to remember the iambic meter.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the short syllable with a short person and the long syllable with a tall person. Remember that iambic poetry has more short syllables than long syllables.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the phrase 'short and tall' to remember the iambic meter.

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