Chakavski

/ˌtʃɑːkəvˈski/ noun

Definition

A poetic form or style associated with Slavic, particularly Ukrainian, literature and folk traditions.

Etymology

Derived from Slavic roots, possibly related to a place name or poetic tradition, though the exact etymology is disputed among literary scholars.

Kelly Says

The Chakavski tradition represents a fascinating branch of South Slavic literature that predates and influenced modern literary movements, preserving medieval poetic forms that almost disappeared.

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