Limerick Poem Example 5

A poet whose first name was Peter,
On edge of Fame often did teeter;
But he sadly lacked might,
And his verse was so light,
It was measured by common gas meter.

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Limerick Poem Example 5

Everyone laughs at limericks. They are an unusual form of poem or poetry consisting of 5 rhyming lines. The term for this type of poem or rhyme originates in Ireland and its name is taken from the Irish County of Limerick in Ireland. This example is great fun and will amuse all ages. Have fun browsing our section of rhymes on this subject.

A poet whose first name was Peter,
On edge of Fame often did teeter;
But he sadly lacked might,
And his verse was so light,
It was measured by common gas meter.

Limerick Poem Example 5

The standard form of this type of poetry is a stanza of five lines
Limericks were popularized by Edward Lear
A simple, short poem and poetry example
Short poems and poetry, suitable for kids and children
A great example of a short poem and simple poetry
Funny and humorous rhyme that originate in Ireland
Learn how to write limericks!
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