Lyric and Tanka

Lyric

Lyric noun - A composition using rhythm and often rhyme to create a lyrical effect.
Usage example: would you care to read your short lyric aloud?

Tanka and lyric are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Tanka" instead a noun "Lyric".

Tanka

Tanka noun - A form of Japanese poetry; the 1st and 3rd lines have five syllables and the 2nd, 4th, and 5th have seven syllables.
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Lyric and tanka are semantically related. You can use "Lyric" instead a noun "Tanka".
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