Rhyme Scheme
Poetry
Beginner
📝 Quick Definition
The pattern of rhymes at the end of lines
📚 Detailed Explanation
A rhyme scheme is the ordered pattern of rhymes at the ends of lines in a poem, typically denoted by letters (ABAB, AABB, etc.). Each letter represents a unique end sound.
💡 Example
ABAB pattern: Roses are red (A) / Violets are blue (B) / Sugar is sweet (A) / And so are you (B)
⚠️ Common Mistake/Confusion
Only end rhymes count for rhyme scheme—internal rhymes don't.
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📌 Notes/Source
Different poetic forms have specific rhyme schemes.