poem

noun
UK: /ˈpəʊ.ɪm/
US: /ˈpoʊ.ɪm/

  1. A piece of writing that expresses feelings and ideas, often using rhythm and rhyme.

    1. She wrote a poem about love. [ ] [ ]
    2. The poet read his new poem at the festival, captivating the audience with his artistry. [ ] [ ]

  2. A literary composition written with an expressive intensity, using imagery and style.

    1. This poem is very beautiful. [ ] [ ]
    2. Shakespeare's sonnets are timeless examples of the power and beauty a poem can have. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

verse song rhyme poetry

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "poem" in English means: A piece of writing that expresses feelings and ideas, often using rhythm and rhyme., A literary composition written with an expressive intensity, using imagery and style..

The phonetic transcription of "poem" is /ˈpəʊ.ɪm/ in British English and /ˈpoʊ.ɪm/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "poem": verse, song, rhyme, poetry.

Example usage of "poem": "She wrote a poem about love.". More examples on the page.