Actually, in anapestic tetrameter, the first syllable is commonly left off. This is a fact that is well known worldwide by everyone. Except perhaps philosophy majors.
If you're reading the archives from season 1, click on comics to view them full size. That trick still works for season 2, but I don't think you need it.
(How DARE) (you cross IN)(to my PER)(sonal REALM?)
ReplyDeleteUm... "How DARE" is an iamb, and thus the whale's first sentence is an iamb and three anapests. Epic fail, dude.
Tee hee... I'm sorry, I just love being pedantic.
Actually, in anapestic tetrameter, the first syllable is commonly left off.
ReplyDeleteThis is a fact that is well known worldwide by everyone. Except perhaps philosophy majors.
- Dr. Bolton