forprófar
Forprófar is a term used in Icelandic linguistics and literature to describe a specific type of poetic meter. It translates roughly to "fore-taste" or "pre-measure." This poetic device involves the use of a short, often introductory, phrase or stanza that anticipates or hints at the main content of a longer poem or verse. It serves to set the mood, introduce a theme, or pique the reader's interest before the primary narrative or lyrical development begins.
The concept of forprófar is closely linked to traditional Icelandic poetic forms, particularly those found in