Question 1

What is a haiku?

Accepted Answer

A haiku is a three-line Japanese poem with a 5-7-5 syllable structure (17 syllables total). Traditional haiku include a kireji (cutting word) and a kigo (season reference), but modern haiku in English often relax these rules.

Question 2

How does the syllable counter work?

Accepted Answer

The generator uses an English syllable estimator that counts vowel groups in each word and shows the total per line in real time. A green badge means the line hits the 5-7-5 target, and a red badge flags lines that are off.

Question 3

Can I choose a theme or mood?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Pick from nature, love, season, humor, work, or leave it blank for inspiration. You can also type your own keywords (autumn, cherry blossom, ocean) and the generator will weave them into the poem.

Question 4

Are the haiku generated by AI?

Accepted Answer

No. The poems are assembled locally from curated word banks matched to your topic and mood. Nothing leaves your browser — no API, no signup, no upload.