Limerick

ENZH

What Does Limerick Mean?

  • 五行打油诗
  • 打油诗

Limerick Pronunciation

/ˈlɪmərɪk/

Limerick Definition

noun

Definition

A limerick is a humorous verse of five lines with a specific rhythm and rhyme scheme (AABBA).

In ZH

打油诗是一种幽默的五行诗,具有特定的节奏和韵律结构(AABBA)。

How to Use Limerick in a Sentence

  • The teacher asked us to write a limerick for our poetry class.
  • He recited a funny limerick that made everyone laugh.
  • Limericks usually have a light-hearted and whimsical tone.
  • I enjoy reading limericks during our family gatherings.
  • She won a contest for her clever limerick about cats.

Cultural Notes

Limericks are often used in English literature and are popular in comedic contexts.