stanzaic forms

Stanzaic forms are structured groups of lines in a poem, similar to paragraphs in prose. Each stanza is a building block that often follows a specific pattern in length, rhyme scheme, and rhythm. Think of them as sections that organize the poem's ideas or themes, making it easier for the reader to follow and for the poet to craft meaning. Common examples include quatrains (four-line stanzas) and tercets (three-line stanzas). This approach helps create rhythm, repetition, and cohesion in poetry, allowing both the poet and reader to navigate the work with greater clarity.