lyric poetry
die Lyrik
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lyric poetry
One of the three major literary genres, comprising poetry in verse form. Poems are the typical form of lyric poetry.
In der Schule analysieren wir die Lyrik der Romantik.
At school, we are analyzing the lyric poetry of the Romantic period.
poetry
The complete body of poems by a particular author, period, or culture.
Die Lyrik von Mascha Kaléko ist oft von einem melancholischen und zugleich humorvollen Ton geprägt.
The poetry of Mascha Kaléko is often characterized by a melancholy and at the same time humorous tone.
| gender | feminine die |
|---|---|
| genitive | der Lyrik |
| singular | plural | |
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| nominative | die Lyrik | – |
| accusative | die Lyrik | – |
| dative | der Lyrik | – |
| genitive | der Lyrik | – |
The article changes with the case; it is shown in colour.
'Lyrik' (lyric poetry) is an uncountable noun (singulare tantum). It is almost always used in the singular, even when talking about the poems of many authors or periods.
Die deutsche Lyrik des 20. Jahrhunderts ist sehr vielfältig.
German lyric poetry of the 20th century is very diverse.
The adjective for 'Lyrik' is 'lyrisch' (lyrical). An important term in poetry analysis is 'das lyrische Ich' (the lyrical I), which refers to the speaking voice in a poem.
Das Gedicht hat einen sehr lyrischen und bildhaften Stil.
The poem has a very lyrical and vivid style.
'Lyrik' (lyric poetry) is a technical term from literary studies and German class. In everyday life, people usually simply speak of 'Gedichten' (poems).
Für ihr Studium muss sie viel über europäische Lyrik lesen.
For her studies, she has to read a lot about European lyric poetry.
To refer to the works of an author or a period, 'Lyrik' is often combined with a genitive or a 'von' construction. This is a very typical structure.
Wir lesen im Unterricht die Lyrik von Bertolt Brecht.
We are reading the poetry of Bertolt Brecht in class.
poetry
Both words can relate to poems and their special effect. „Lyrik“ primarily refers to the literary genre, while „Poesie“ can also express the beautiful, atmospheric, or emotional effect of a text. When classifying a work, „Lyrik“ is appropriate; when describing its effect, „Poesie“ is appropriate.
Die Lyrik dieses Buches gehört zur modernen Literatur.
The lyric poetry in this book belongs to modern literature.
Die Poesie dieses Gedichts liegt in seinen ruhigen Bildern.
The poetry of this poem lies in its tranquil imagery.
