What are the different forms of poetry?

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What are the different forms of poetry?

There are several different forms of poetry, including:

1. Sonnet: A 14-line poem with a specific rhyme scheme and meter.
2. Haiku: A traditional Japanese form consisting of three lines with a 5-7-5 syllable pattern.
3. Ballad: A narrative poem that tells a story, often with a repeated refrain.
4. Free verse: Poetry that does not follow a specific rhyme scheme or meter.
5. Epic: A long, narrative poem that typically tells the story of a hero or important event.
6. Ode: A lyrical poem that expresses deep feelings or emotions towards a specific subject.
7. Limerick: A humorous poem consisting of five lines with a specific rhyme scheme.
8. Elegy: A mournful poem that reflects on loss or death.
9. Villanelle: A 19-line poem with a specific rhyme scheme and repetition of lines.
10. Ghazal: A traditional Arabic form consisting of rhyming couplets and a refrain.

These are just a few examples of the various forms of poetry that exist.