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Most people prefer poems that rhyme. Why is this?
arildno said:...
one might say that those poets that DO get something powerful out of rhymes are more accomplished than those poets who are unable to do so.
picklefeet said:... I feel that rhyming poems are more pleasant because, in most cases, it seems like a song sung acopella (I don't think I spelled that correctly) and with feeling. While a non-rhyming poem sounds like you're reading a short story...
Heidijr said:I also write poetry, and I find it much harder to write a poem that rhymes and still means something. I think poets like that -- poets like Yeats, Poe, and Blake, not to mention the Bard himself are extraordinary.
Poems that rhyme follow a specific pattern of end rhymes, where the last words of each line have a similar sound. Poems that don't rhyme, also known as free verse poems, do not follow a specific rhyme scheme and instead focus on other poetic elements such as rhythm, imagery, and structure.
The use of rhyme in poetry is a stylistic choice made by the poet. Some may prefer the musicality and structure that rhyme provides, while others may want to experiment with more unconventional forms of expression.
No, neither type of poem is considered inherently better than the other. Both rhyming and non-rhyming poems can be equally impactful and beautiful, as it ultimately depends on the skill and creativity of the poet.
There are traditional rhyme schemes that poets can follow, such as AABB or ABAB, but ultimately, there are no strict rules for writing poems that rhyme. Some poets may also choose to break traditional rhyme schemes to add complexity and interest to their poems.
Yes, a poem can have both rhyming and non-rhyming elements. This is known as a mixed form or a hybrid poem, and it allows the poet to use the strengths of both styles to create a unique and impactful piece of writing.