Source: wikibot/sicilian-octave
= Sicilian octave
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The Sicilian octave is a poetic form consisting of eight lines, typically following a specific rhyme scheme. It is often associated with the Sicilian school of poetry that emerged in the 13th century. The rhyme scheme usually follows the pattern ABABABCC. The form is characterized by its use of iambic pentameter, making it often suitable for lyrical expressions that allow for emotional depth and musicality.