Soneto (en. Sonnet)

/soˈneto/

Meaning & Definition

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noun

Definition: Lyrical composition consisting of fourteen eleven-syllable lines.

Example Sentence: The sonnet is one of the most classic poetic forms.

El soneto es una de las formas poéticas más clásicas.

Definition: Poem that follows a specific consonant rhyme.

Example Sentence: The poet wrote a sonnet that became a classic.

El poeta escribió un soneto que se convirtió en un clásico.

Definition: Poetic structure that can explore various themes such as love or nature.

Example Sentence: In his sonnet, he expresses his love deeply.

En su soneto, expresa su amor de manera profunda.

Etymology/Origin: From Italian 'sonetto', which means 'short poem'.

Phrase: love sonnet

Meaning: Sonnet that deals with romantic themes.

soneto de amor

Phrase: to write a sonnet

Meaning: To create a poem in the form of a sonnet.

escribir un soneto

Phrase: to interpret a sonnet

Meaning: To analyze or explain the meaning of a sonnet.

interpretar un soneto

Related Word: stanza

Description: Set of lines in a poem.

estrofa

Related Word: rhyme

Description: Repetition of sounds at the end of lines.

rima

Related Word: line

Description: Each of the lines of a poem.

verso

Meaning: Sonnet as a form of poetry that abounds in literary culture.

Example: He writes a sonnet; he loves poetry.

Escribe un soneto, le encanta la poesía.

Meaning: Referencing something complex or intricate like a sonnet.

Example: That problem is a real sonnet.

Ese problema es un verdadero soneto.