haikus

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Noun haiku has 1 sense

haiku - an epigrammatic Japanese verse form of three short lines
--₁ is a kind of poem, verse form

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Haikus

Description:

Haikus are traditional Japanese poems consisting of three lines. They are known for their concise and evocative nature, often capturing a moment in nature or expressing deep emotions.

Senses:

Sense 1 (Noun):

A haiku is a poem consisting of three lines. The first and third lines have five syllables, while the second line has seven syllables.

Example sentence: I love reading haikus that beautifully depict the changing seasons.

Usages:

Usage 1:

Haikus are often written to reflect the beauty and simplicity of nature.

Example sentence: The haiku I wrote today perfectly captures the delicate petals of a cherry blossom.

Usage 2:

Haikus can also be used as a form of self-expression to convey a personal sentiment or emotion.

Example sentence: She wrote a heartfelt haiku to express her grief after losing a loved one.