strophe

A noun referring to a distinct section or stanza of a lyric poem or choral ode, particularly in classical Greek drama.

• 🇫🇷Nom désignant une partie ou une strophe d'un poème lyrique ou d'une ode chorale, en particulier dans le théâtre grec classique.

1. Section of a poem C2 formal

   A structural division of a lyric poem or choral ode in classical Greek drama, often corresponding to a specific metrical pattern and performed by the chorus while moving in one direction.

   • The chorus sang the first strophe as they moved across the stage.
   • In ancient Greek plays, the strophe was followed by the antistrophe.
   • The poet carefully crafted each strophe to match the rhythm of the music.

   🇫🇷Strophe (partie d'un poème)

   Synonymes: stanzaverse