spondaic

Meanings

• Noun

  A type of metrical foot in poetry consisting of two syllables of equal length and stress.

  - "In the sonnet, each line consists of ten spondaic feet."
  - "The poet's use of spondaic rhythm adds weight and emphasis to the verse."

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Variants

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spondaic , spondaics , spondee , spondees

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Etymology

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Derived from the Greek word 'spondeos,' meaning 'equal' or 'even,' in reference to the equal length and stress of syllables in this metrical foot.

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Trivia

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1. Spondaic feet are often used in poetry to create a sense of rhythm and flow, particularly in iambic and trochaic verse.

2. The term 'spondaic' comes from the Greek word 'spondeos,' which means 'equal' or 'even'.

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Related Concepts

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1. Iamb: Another type of metrical foot in poetry, consisting of one short syllable followed by one long syllable.

2. Trochee: A metrical foot consisting of one long syllable followed by one short syllable.

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Culture

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Spondaic is a significant concept in the study and creation of poetry, particularly in English literature.

How to Memorize "spondaic"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine two identical weights or balls being lifted with equal force and duration.

2. associate
   

   - Link the concept of 'spondaic' to the idea of 'balance' or 'equality' in poetry.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the phrase 'two for the price of one' to help remember the definition of a spondaic foot.

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