Poetisa (en. Poetess)

/po.e.ti.sa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Woman who writes poetry.
The poetess published her first book at twenty years old.
La poetisa publicó su primer libro a los veinte años.
Person who composes verses as a form of artistic expression.
The poetess recited her poems in the town square.
La poetisa recitó sus poemas en la plaza del pueblo.
Woman whose works are recognized in the literary field.
The poetess is recognized for her contribution to contemporary literature.
Reconocen a la poetisa por su contribución a la literatura contemporánea.

Etymology

From the Greek 'poietes', meaning 'creator' or 'maker'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

poetess of love
Woman who writes poetry focused on the theme of love.
poetisa del amor
voice of the poetess
Literary expression that reflects the emotions and thoughts of a poetess.
voz de la poetisa
the poetess in her element
Moment when a poetess feels inspired and creative.
la poetisa en su elemento

Related Words

poetry
Art of expressing thoughts and feelings in verse.
poesía
poem
Literary composition that uses poetry.
poema
poetic
Related to poetry or having poetic qualities.
poético

Slang Meanings

Woman who writes verses informally.
That girl is a neighborhood poetess, she always has something to say.
Esa chica es una poetisa de barrio, siempre tiene algo que decir.
Terminology used to refer to women who do not take poetry too seriously.
She is an 'Instagram' poetess, she posts what inspires her.
Ella es una poetisa de 'Instagram', publica lo que le inspira.