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Second Asclepiadic dimeter

Meter
Pronunciation

Understanding ARPABET Pronunciation

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The pronunciation guide uses the ARPABET phonetic system—the same system used in speech recognition and text-to-speech applications.

Vowel Examples:
AE1 = cat, bat
EH1 = bed, head
IY1 = see, me
OW1 = go, boat
UW1 = boot, do
Stress Numbers:
0 = no stress (unstressed)
1 = primary stress (loud)
2 = secondary stress (medium)
Example:
AH0 TH IY1 N AH0
= a-THEE-na (Athena)

The stressed syllable (marked with 1) is pronounced louder and clearer than others.

Quick Definition

A two-line unit using the “second” Asclepiadic pattern (different from standard Asclepiad)

Detailed Definition
Second Asclepiadic dimeter is a rare Greek-derived meter consisting of two lines each structured as ´˘˘´˘˘˘´˘˘´, used in ancient hymns and odes; its complex, rolling cadence has inspired neoclassical poets seeking solemnity, ritual gravity, or metrical virtuosity beyond common English forms.
Example
Example in poetry:
Second Asclepiadic dimeter: Horace’s Odes use this 12-syllable line (– u – – / – u u – / – u –); Rare in English; Modern attempts by poets like Clive James; Structure combines dactyls and spondees for stately rhythm
Additional Notes
Two-foot Asclepiadic line (variant with different choriamb placement). Classical Greek lyric meter. Study with other Asclepiadic forms for comparison.
Also Known As
Horatian variant dimeter alternate asclepiad
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