Analysis of The Power of Discretion: A Sonnet on the Strengthening of Relationships through Silence
With words oft hasty, bonds may quickly fray
And trust and love in jeopardy may lay
But silence, used with care and judicious way
Can strengthen ties that bind us day by day
Refrain from vocalization in such case
When silence holds the key to peace and trust
For in the preservation of these ties we place
The utmost importance, as they must
For secrets kept, and conflicts left unfurled
Can lead to bonds that stronger are and pure
So in the tempest's eye, remain unfurled
And let your silence be the cure
For in this stillness, understanding's born
And relationships, forever, shall adorn.
Scheme | AAAA BCBC DEDE FF |
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Poetic Form | |
Metre | 1111011101 0101010011 11011100101 1101111111 0111011 1101011101 10001011111 01010111 1101001101 1111110101 100110101 01110101 1011011 0010010101 |
Closest metre | Iambic pentameter |
Characters | 594 |
Words | 107 |
Sentences | 1 |
Stanzas | 4 |
Stanza Lengths | 4, 4, 4, 2 |
Lines Amount | 14 |
Letters per line (avg) | 34 |
Words per line (avg) | 7 |
Letters per stanza (avg) | 119 |
Words per stanza (avg) | 26 |
About this poem
This sonnet delves into the idea that in certain situations, refraining from vocalization can be crucial in preserving and fortifying relationships and connections.
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Written on January 15, 2023
Submitted by Mawphniang.Napoleon on January 15, 2023
Modified on March 05, 2023
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