haiku
1 synonym for haiku, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A short Japanese poem written in three lines, traditionally with five, seven, and five syllable-like units, often evoking a season or a scene from nature.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use haiku
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
write a haiku
a haiku poem
compose a haiku
Etymology
From Japanese haiku, itself from an older term meaning a "paired verse" or "linked line," ultimately tracing back through Chinese characters for "playful" and "line" or "verse."
Full origin of haiku →Frequently asked questions
What does “haiku” mean?
The word “haiku” means a short Japanese poem written in three lines, traditionally with five, seven, and five syllable-like units, often evoking a season or a scene from nature. In plain terms, a tiny, tightly structured poem, usually about nature, built from three short lines.
How do you pronounce “haiku”?
“Haiku” is pronounced HEYE-koo (/haɪˈku/ in IPA).
How do you use “haiku” in a sentence?
Here is “haiku” used in a sentence: “She wrote a haiku about cherry blossoms falling in the spring wind.”
What is another word for “haiku”?
Words with a similar meaning to “haiku” include hokku.
What part of speech is “haiku”?
“Haiku” is a noun.
Where does the word “haiku” come from?
The word “haiku” comes from Chinese. From Japanese haiku, itself from an older term meaning a "paired verse" or "linked line," ultimately tracing back through Chinese characters for "playful" and "line" or "verse.".
