WORD DETAIL
一句
いっく
Examples
Included kanji
Study notes
1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning
- Structure:
一句is read asいっくand is an expression for one line or passage of verse or for one haiku. - Basic usage: Copying a memorable line appears in
心に残った一句を書き写す, while composing a haiku about an autumn evening appears in秋の夕暮れを一句に詠む.
2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions
- Scope determined by context
一句を書き写すrefers to copying a memorable line or passage, while一句に詠むrefers to expressing something as a haiku.

