Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sestet
Noun
/ˈsɛs.tɛt/
Definition
A sestet is a stanza or poem of six lines.
Examples
- In the famous sonnet “Sonnet 18” by Shakespeare, the sestet offers a resolution to the themes presented in the octave.
- Many traditional sonnets are composed of an octave followed by a sestet, creating a classical structure.
Meaning
In poetry, a sestet can serve as a complete thought or section within a larger work, often found at the end of a sonnet.
Synonyms
- Stanza
- Verse
