Octosyllable
/ˈɑːktəʊsɪləbl/
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Pro Tip 1/3Poetry Rhythm
Octosyllable lines contribute to a consistent rhythm in poetry, making it sound pleasing and musical. 
The bard recited his octosyllable verses, and the audience swayed to the rhythm.
Pro Tip 2/3Meter Recognition
Recognizing octosyllable lines helps to understand the meter, a fundamental aspect of poetry's structure. 
She recognized the steady octosyllable meter, each line dancing to eight beats.
Pro Tip 3/3Writing Poems
When writing poetry, using octosyllable lines can challenge your creativity within a structured framework. 
His challenge was to express his thoughts in succinct octosyllable lines.