(dee-ah-MAHN-tay)
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The word is derived from the French
word”diamant” which means diamond.
This is a seven-line formula poem written in
the shape of a diamond.
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This poetic form helps you apply your
knowledge of:
opposites
parts of speech
conflict
Its poetic formula asks that you:
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Count the words on every line
Insert particular kinds of words
Baby
wrinkled tiny
crying wetting sleeping
rattles diapers money house
caring working loving
smart helpful
Adult
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Line 1: one noun as the subject
Line 7: noun that is the subject’s opposite
Line 2: two adjectives describing the subject
Line 3: three participles (verb ending in ing) telling about the subject
Line 4: four nouns (the first two related to
the subject; second two related to the
opposite)
Line 5: three participles about the opposite
Line 6: two adjectives describing the
opposite
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Choose two nouns
- One noun as the subject
- One noun that is the opposite of the subject
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Search for the right words to express your
ideas and feeling.
The message of the poem is always more
important than adhering to the formula.
Something you need to know:
◦ A participle is a verb + “ing” (Ex: talking)
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Let’s try one together!