trochee

[US]/ˈtrəʊkiː/
[UK]/ˈtroʊki/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.a metrical foot consisting of a stressed syllable followed by an unstressed syllable
Word Forms
Pluraltrochees

Phrases & Collocations

trochee meter

trochee foot

trochee pattern

trochee example

trochee rhythm

trochee stress

trochee verse

trochee line

trochee sound

trochee style

Example Sentences

in poetry, a trochee is a common metrical foot.

the rhythm of a trochee creates a strong emphasis.

many poets use trochees to enhance their verses.

a line of trochees can sound very musical.

understanding trochees can improve your writing skills.

some famous poems are written entirely in trochees.

trochees often appear in children's nursery rhymes.

using trochees can create a playful tone in poetry.

writers experiment with trochees to create unique rhythms.

learning about trochees can deepen your appreciation for poetry.

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