Meaning of "bacchius" in English

A "bacchius" is a metrical foot used in poetry consisting of three syllables: the first syllable is short, and the next two are long. This structure is specifically used within the context of classical prosody. It is typically found in Greek and Latin poetry and is named after Bacchus, the Roman god of wine, due to the rhythmic pattern’s perceived association with the lively and elevated spirit of Bacchic festivals. The bacchius can create a particular cadence and emphasis in poetic lines.

Meaning of "bacchius" in French

In French, "bacchius" (also spelled the same) refers to the same poetic metrical foot found in classical poetry. It continues to have three syllables with the first short and the subsequent two long. Like in English, it originates from the traditions of Greek and Latin literature, maintaining its significance in studies of poetic meter and rhythm. Its use is particularly noted for how it can transform the pace and mood of a verse, attributing an energetic and rich quality to the spoken poetry.

Pronunciation of "bacchius" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /ˈbæk.i.əs/

Pronunciation Variations: In English, "bacchius" might have slight variations in pronunciation depending on the speaker's accent, but it's generally consistent across different dialects. The emphasis remains on the first syllable, followed by a smooth enunciation of the remaining vowels.

Pronunciation of "bacchius" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /ba.kjys/

Pronunciation Variations: In French, "bacchius" is pronounced with a typical French accentuation on the vowels, making it sound slightly different from English. The pronunciation may vary slightly, but the emphasis remains on creating a fluid and connected sound characteristic of French speech patterns.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

  1. The poet skillfully used a bacchius to enhance the rhythmic quality of the verse. (Le poète a habilement utilisé un bacchius pour améliorer la qualité rythmique du vers.)
  2. Understanding a bacchius can enrich one's appreciation of classical poetry. (Comprendre un bacchius peut enrichir l'appréciation de la poésie classique.)
  3. The bacchius pattern is often employed in ancient Greek poetry. (Le motif bacchius est souvent utilisé dans la poésie grecque antique.)
  4. She explained how the bacchius influenced the tempo of the stanza. (Elle a expliqué comment le bacchius influençait le tempo de la strophe.)
  5. A bacchius can add a lively bounce to any poetic line. (Un bacchius peut ajouter un élan vif à n'importe quelle ligne poétique.)
  6. They studied the use of bacchius in Latin literature for their thesis. (Ils ont étudié l'utilisation du bacchius dans la littérature latine pour leur thèse.)
  7. Recognizing a bacchius in poetry helps in understanding its metrical structure. (Reconnaître un bacchius dans la poésie aide à comprendre sa structure métrique.)
  8. The textbook provided examples of the bacchius from various authors. (Le manuel fournissait des exemples de bacchius de divers auteurs.)
  9. She found the concept of bacchius fascinating in her literature course. (Elle a trouvé le concept de bacchius fascinant dans son cours de littérature.)
  10. Mastering the bacchius is crucial for aspiring poets of classical forms. (Maîtriser le bacchius est crucial pour les poètes en herbe des formes classiques.)

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "bacchius" in English

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Similar Words: metrical foot, poetic meter, rhythm, classical prosody, dactyl, spondee, anapest, iamb, trochee, amphibrach

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "bacchius" in French

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Similar Words: pied métrique, mètre poétique, rythme, prosodie classique, dactyle, spondée, anapeste, iambe, trochée, amphibrache

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