Syntax strategies

Definition

Syntax strategies refer to the deliberate choices an author makes in arranging words and phrases within a sentence or poem to create specific effects. These strategies influence the rhythm, meaning, and emphasis of a piece of writing.

Related terms

Enjambment:

This term refers to when a sentence or phrase continues onto the next line without any punctuation. (e.g., "I wandered lonely as a cloud\nThat floats on high o'er vales and hills.")

Inversion:

Inversion occurs when the normal word order is reversed for poetic effect. (e.g., "Into the woods I went" instead of "I went into the woods.")

Parallelism: Parallelism involves using similar grammatical structures or patterns to add rhythm and balance to a poem. (e.g., "She likes hiking, swimming, and biking.")