What form of poem is Waka?
5 lines with 31 syllables
3 lines with 17 syllables
7 lines with 39 syllables
8 lines with 44 syllables
Answer
Waka is a form of classical Japanese poetry consisting of five lines with a specific syllable count of 5-7-5-7-7, totaling 31 syllables. These short poems often capture a fleeting moment, evoke emotions, or depict nature's beauty. Waka has a long history in Japanese literature, dating back to the 7th century, and remains an influential genre in modern poetry.
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