Redondilla
Definition
A redondilla is a four-line stanza in Spanish poetry that follows a specific rhyme scheme (ABBA). It is commonly used in traditional Spanish poetry and can be found in various literary works.
Analogy
Imagine a redondilla as a small, neatly wrapped gift. Just like the four lines of a redondilla, the gift is compact and concise, yet it holds within it the beauty and creativity of poetic expression.
Related terms
Soneto: A sonnet is another form of poetry consisting of 14 lines with a specific rhyme scheme. It often explores themes of love, nature, or philosophical ideas.
Verso: Verso refers to a line of poetry. In redondillas, each line represents one verse.
Estrofa: Estrofa means stanza in Spanish. Redondillas are an example of a stanzaic form in which each stanza consists of four lines.
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