Endecasílabo

Definition

An endecasílabo is an eleven-syllable line commonly used in Spanish poetry. It is often associated with traditional forms such as the sonnet or romance, and its rhythm adds musicality to the verse.

Related terms

Alejandrino: An alejandrino is a twelve-syllable line commonly used in Spanish poetry. It provides a longer rhythmic structure compared to an endecasílabo.

Verso blanco: Also known as blank verse, this term refers to unrhymed lines of poetry that follow a specific meter, such as iambic pentameter. It allows for greater focus on rhythm and language.

Sinalefa: Sinalefa is a phonetic phenomenon where two adjacent vowels from different words are pronounced together as one syllable. It affects the overall syllabic count in poetic lines.