haiku
/ˈhaɪ.kuː/
B1 · Intermediate★★☆☆☆
Simple Meaning
a very short Japanese poem with three lines and a special pattern of syllables.
When to Use
📚Academic Writing📱Social Media
Intermediate — can handle common situations
Examples in Conversation
“We had to write a haiku about nature for English class.”
“I posted a haiku on Instagram to celebrate spring.”
Learning Path
▶Full Definition
A Japanese poem in three lines, the first and last consisting of five morae, and the second consisting of seven morae, usually with an emphasis on the season or a naturalistic theme.
Related Words
Synonyms:
poemverse
Word Family:
haikushaikai