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Lyriker

lyric poet

noun LUE-ri-ker Rare

Usage Note

Lyriker designates a writer primarily known for lyric poetry. In German literary discourse, poets are often categorised by genre: Lyriker, Dramatiker, Prosaist.

Examples

"Der Lyriker wurde für seinen ungewöhnlichen Reimstil bekannt."

Natural Translation

The poet became known for his unusual rhyme style.

Literal Translation

The lyric-poet became for his unusual rhyme-style known.

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