rima

Meanings

• Noun

  A type of poetic form in the Mi'kmaq language, characterized by the repetition of the last syllables or sounds of successive lines.

  - "Rima poteau kisu'k, rima poteau kisu'k."
  - "Rima kisu'k, rima kisu'k."
  - "Rima kisu'k, rima wajik."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with rima
kisu'k , wajik , mikmaq

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Variants

List of all variants of rima that leads to same result
ottava rima , ottava rimas , terza rima , terza rimas

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Etymology

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From the Mi'kmaq language, the origin of the term 'rima' is not well-documented, but it is believed to come from the Proto-Algonquian root *rim- 'to sing' or 'to make music'.

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Trivia

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1. The rima is often compared to the English poetic form of rhyme.

2. The Mi'kmaq people have a rich oral tradition of storytelling, and the rima is an essential part of this tradition.

3. The repetition of sounds in the rima creates a musical effect that is similar to the repetition of rhyming words in English poetry.

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Related Concepts

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1. Mi'kmaq language: The indigenous language of the Mi'kmaq people, spoken primarily in the Maritimes of Canada and the eastern United States.

2. Algonquian languages: A family of Native American languages, including Mi'kmaq, that are characterized by their tonal and syllabic structures.

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Culture

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The rima is an important poetic form in Mi'kmaq culture, used to express emotions, tell stories, and preserve traditions. It has been passed down through generations and continues to be an essential part of Mi'kmaq oral literature.

How to Memorize "rima"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a poet reciting a rima, with the repetition of the last syllables creating a rhythmic and musical effect.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'rima' with the idea of repetition and poetry.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym 'Rhyme In Mi'kmaq' to remember the definition of rima.

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