Its glow at dusk ignites the sky.
A burning sun you slice nearby.
A deep vermilion burst.
It stains your hands with citrus fire.
A taste both sweet and darkly dire.
A ruby longing thirst.
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Rime Couee – franskt versmått
Sexradiga strofer.
Rad 1, 2, 4 och 5: 8 stavelser
Rad 3 och 6: 6 stavelser
Rimschema: aabccb.