ABABAB

ABABAB refers to a rhyme scheme commonly found in poetry. It denotes a pattern where the first and third lines of a stanza rhyme, and the second and fourth lines rhyme. This structure creates an alternating pattern of rhymes throughout the stanza. For example, in a four-line stanza, the end words would follow the rhyme scheme A B A B.

This rhyme scheme is often employed to create a sense of musicality and flow within a poem. The consistent alternation of rhyming sounds can make the verse pleasing to the ear and memorable. While it can be found in various poetic forms, it is particularly prevalent in traditional ballad stanzas and sonnets, though not exclusively limited to them. The ABABAB scheme can also be extended across multiple stanzas, maintaining the consistent rhyming pattern. Writers utilize this scheme to organize their thoughts and enhance the aesthetic appeal of their work, contributing to the overall rhythm and structure of the poem.