What is a 5-7-5 syllable?

You're likely thinking of a haiku, a traditional Japanese poetic form.

Here's how the syllable count works in a haiku:

* 5 syllables: First line

* 7 syllables: Second line

* 5 syllables: Third line

Example:

* Five seven five

* The haiku is here

* Syllable count, see

Let me know if you have any other questions about haiku or poetry!