cinquain Meaning & Definition
/sɪŋ.keɪn/
What Does Cinquain Mean?
Cinquain is used as a noun meaning A five-line poetic form which consists of 2, 4, 6, 8 then 2 syllables. It can also mean A five-line poetic form set as a writing exercise for children, consisting of one noun, two adjectives, three actions, four feeling words, and the initial noun again.
Cinquain in Brief
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /sɪŋ.keɪn/ |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Plural | cinquains |
Cinquain Definition (Noun)
- A five-line poetic form which consists of 2, 4, 6, 8 then 2 syllables.
- A five-line poetic form set as a writing exercise for children, consisting of one noun, two adjectives, three actions, four feeling words, and the initial noun again.
Synonyms of Cinquain
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Cinquain synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
cinquain (plural cinquains)
Origin of Cinquain
Borrowed from French cinquain.
Cinquain Pronunciation
The standard pronunciation of cinquain is /sɪŋ.keɪn/, spoken in 2 syllables.