Rhyme and its Impact on Poetic Sentence Structure: Al-Mutanabbi's Poetry as a Model

Authors

Nedal Al-Qatameen, Sohar University - OmanFollow

DOI

https://doi.org/10.35192/jjoas-h.v44i2.1117

Abstract

The effect of rhyme extends beyond the boundaries of the vocal musical system; it is closely connected to the morphological, grammatical, and stylistic systems, and even to the poet's vocabulary and word choices. This research aims to explore the influence of rhyme within the sentence, emphasizing its well-known role in verse. It seeks to demonstrate that Al-Mutanabbi’s rhymes were not superficial or solely aimed at external rhythm generated by sound. Instead, it addresses the question: Did the poet rely on a single pattern across all absolute and restricted rhymes? What is the compatibility of the phonetic, morphological, and grammatical units that constitute the rhyme in Al-Mutanabbi’s poetry? To answer these questions, the study examines three axes through which rhyme can be analyzed: the phonetic axis, the lexical axis, and the syntactic axis. The findings indicate that the poet selects rhymes that match his emotional impulses, often favoring absolute rhymes because they provide the broadest space for expressing his thoughts through their long vocal syllables, whether through establishment or connection.

Recommended Citation

Al-Qatameen, Nedal (2025) "Rhyme and its Impact on Poetic Sentence Structure: Al-Mutanabbi's Poetry as a Model," Jordan Journal of Applied Science-Humanities Series: Vol. 44: Iss. 2, Article 8.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.35192/jjoas-h.v44i2.1117
Available at: https://digitalcommons.aaru.edu.jo/jjoas-h/vol44/iss2/8