poetry
/ˈpəʊətri/ · /ˈpoʊətri/
CEFR level B1Topic ArtsWord #1903 in the learning path
诗歌；诗歌艺术
Definitions
n. Literature using carefully arranged language, rhythm, and imagery.
诗歌；诗歌艺术
n. Beauty or emotional power resembling that of poems.
诗意；诗一般的美
Example
She reads poetry aloud while her tea cools.
她一边等茶凉下来，一边朗读诗歌。
Studying poetry encourages students to explore complex emotions and appreciate the expressive possibilities of language.
学习诗歌能鼓励学生探索复杂情感，并欣赏语言丰富的表达潜力。
Collocations
- write poetry
- poetry collection
- poetry reading
- modern poetry
Word family
- poem (n.)
- poet (n.)
- poetic (adj.)
- poetically (adv.)
Synonyms
- verse
Antonyms
- prose
Usage tip
poetry不可数；一首诗用a poem，不用a poetry。
FAQ
- What does poetry mean?
- Literature using carefully arranged language, rhythm, and imagery. Beauty or emotional power resembling that of poems.
- How is poetry pronounced?
- UK /ˈpəʊətri/, US /ˈpoʊətri/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
