What is the Spanish word for "poetry"?

Learn how to say "poetry" in Spanish with examples and practice

English

poetry

Spanish

poesía

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Examples of how to use "poetry" in Spanish

English
She writes beautiful modern poetry.
Spanish
Ella escribe poesía moderna y hermosa.
English
She studies poetry at the university.
Spanish
Ella estudia poesía en la universidad.
English
Poetry can express deep feelings simply.
Spanish
La poesía puede expresar sentimientos profundos de manera sencilla.
English
He reads poetry before going to sleep.
Spanish
Él lee poesía antes de dormir.
English
We discussed modern poetry in class today.
Spanish
Hablamos sobre poesía moderna en clase hoy.

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