stanzas

A stanza is like a paragraph in a poem, consisting of a group of lines that are connected by a common theme or pattern. Think of it as a building block that helps organize the poem’s ideas, rhythm, and structure. Stanzas can vary in length—from just a couple of lines to many— and often have a regular pattern of rhyme or meter. They make the poem easier to read and understand, allowing poets to emphasize different thoughts or feelings within each section. Basically, stanzas are the way poets break their work into manageable, meaningful parts.