Haiku Trivia

Test your knowledge of haiku history, structure, and famous poets with our interactive flashcards.

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Structure

How many syllables are in a traditional haiku?

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Structure & Form

  • • Traditional 5-7-5 syllable pattern
  • • Present tense, concrete imagery
  • • Often includes a seasonal reference
  • • Uses a cutting word (kireji) for pause

Cultural Context

  • • Originated from collaborative linked verse
  • • Reflects Buddhist and Shinto philosophy
  • • Embodies mono no aware (impermanence)
  • • Captures a single moment in time