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What is a Haiku?

A Haiku is a Japanese poem.

What are the rules for writing a Haiku?

  • A Haiku MUST be EXACTLY 3 lines.

  • The lines must follow the 5-7-5 format.
    • The first line contains ONLY 5 syllables.
    • The second line contains ONLY 7 syllables.
    • The third line contains ONLY 5 syllables.

  • The Haiku MUST express a thought, feeling, or mood.

  • The Haiku should not rhyme.
Example:

He makes me feel great.
The best part is yet to come.
I feel beautiful.