It is not necessary to follow the 5-7-5 syllables of traditional Japanese haiku. American haiku has less limitations as long as all 3 lines add up to 17 or less syllables. In haiku, you should refrain from using punctuation because the breaks are meant to be clear and precise — up to the reader’s interpretation. Phrasing is good though.
It is not necessary to follow the 5-7-5 syllables of traditional Japanese haiku. American haiku has less limitations as long as all 3 lines add up to 17 or less syllables. In haiku, you should refrain from using punctuation because the breaks are meant to be clear and precise — up to the reader’s interpretation. Phrasing is good though.
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