Chorei

/ˈkɔreɪ/ noun

Definition

Plural of choree; metrical feet in poetry, each consisting of a long syllable followed by a short syllable.

Etymology

Greek plural form of 'choree,' naturally formed in the Greek language. Used in classical prosody to describe multiple instances of this metrical pattern.

Kelly Says

When ancient poets used chorei in their verses, they were literally encoding the rhythm of actual dances into written language—the meter on the page was meant to be performed with the physical movements of the actors.

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