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Anapaestic

usgb/ˌænəˈpestɪk/Volume
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Poetry RhythmPlay
Anapaestic adds a musical beat to poems, creating a swift, flowing rhythm. SlideThe children recited the nursery rhyme with a cheerful anapaestic rhythm.
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Lively TonePlay
Uses of anapaestic can convey a lively or jubilant tone in poetry and songs. SlideHer anapaestic verses echoed the joy and bustle of the carnival.
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Narrative PoemsPlay
Anapaestic is often found in storytelling poems, driving the narrative forward. SlideThe bard's anapaestic rhythm enchanted the audience, spinning tales of old.