Analysis of Tick-Tock Goes the Clock: The Value of Time

Syed Afzal Hussain 1964 (Karachi)



Tick-tock goes the clock,
The seconds slip away,
Each moment, precious and unique,
A chance to seize the day.

The value of time cannot be measured,
For it's a priceless treasure,
Once it's gone, it can't be regained,
It's gone forever, without measure.

Every day is a gift, a chance to grow,
To learn, to love, to explore,
To chase your dreams and make them real,
To find what you're living for.

So don't waste your time on petty things,
On things that don't matter in the end,
Focus on what's truly important,
On the people and things that matter, my friend.

Tick-tock goes the clock,
The moments slip away,
Make the most of every second,
And live your life today.


Scheme Abxb xcxc xdxd xexe Abxb
Poetic Form Quatrain 
Metre 11101 010101 11010001 011101 0101110110 1101010 11111101 110100110 10011010111 1111101 11110111 1111101 111111101 111110001 101110010 10100111011 11101 010101 101110010 011101
Closest metre Iambic tetrameter
Characters 669
Words 144
Sentences 5
Stanzas 5
Stanza Lengths 4, 4, 4, 4, 4
Lines Amount 20
Letters per line (avg) 25
Words per line (avg) 6
Letters per stanza (avg) 102
Words per stanza (avg) 24

About this poem

This poem titled "Tick-Tock Goes the Clock: The Value of Time" is a rhyme that emphasizes the importance of time and how it is a valuable resource that must be cherished and used wisely. The poem urges the reader to not take time for granted and to make the most out of every second, as time cannot be regained once it's gone. The poem also reminds us that every day is a gift and a chance to grow, to love, to explore, and to pursue our dreams. It encourages the reader to focus on the things that matter in life, such as the people and experiences that bring joy and fulfillment, rather than wasting time on petty things that don't add value or meaning. Overall, this poem serves as a reminder to appreciate the present moment, to make the most out of our time, and to live life to the fullest. 

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Written on February 26, 2023

Submitted by SAHPoems on February 25, 2023

Modified on April 08, 2023

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Syed Afzal Hussain

The writer is a qualified English Language Teacher and has been teaching English As A Foreign Language for many years. He has achieved his Certificate in TESOL from TEFL International. He has also got Diploma in English Language as a Foreign Language from England and a Diploma in English as a Second Language from USA and a Certificate in Advanced English from St Giles College, Central London, England. Besides this he has earned his Certificate in Teaching Overseas Teachers from GEOS Academy, Brighton & Hove, England; and Certificate in International Teaching English from Hilderstone College, Kent, England. Syed Afzal Hussain is a Certified Licensed NLP Practitioner, NLP Master Practitioner & NLP Trainer, trained by Dr. Richard Bandler, Paul McKenna, David Shephard and Michael Breen. He has got NLP education from McKenna Breen Ltd., London, England. He also has a Diploma in Life Coaching and an Advanced Diploma in Life Coaching from England. He is also a CBT Certified Practitioner. more…

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