Definition

A section of a poem that consists of six lines, often found in sonnets or other forms of poetry.

Example

The poet wrote a beautiful sestet that captured the essence of love.

Conversation

I just finished reading a poem that had a beautiful sestet at the end.

Oh really? I love how those six lines can wrap up a theme so nicely.

Exactly! The sestet made the whole poem feel complete.

I agree, it's amazing how much depth can come from just six lines.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Sestet** → It is derived from the Italian word *sestetto*, which comes from the Latin *sestus* (meaning six). The word refers to a stanza or poem of six lines. The parts combine to indicate a group of six lines in poetry.

Memory Tip

Think of the number 'six' in Latin ('sestus') to remember that a 'sestet' is a stanza made up of six lines.

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