Video: Tanka Poem: Definition & Examples Tanka poems are a traditional Japanese style of poetry that follows a set pattern. In this lesson, you'll learn the structure of the tanka, be introduced to its subject matter, and be presented with examples of this type of poetry.
adj. 1. Of, relating to, or characteristic of scholarship: scholarly pursuits; a scholarly edition with footnotes. See Synonyms at learned. 2. Having or showing a strong interest in scholarship or learning. scholâ²arÂ·liÂ·ness n. (ËskÉl Ér li). adj. adv.
Definition of scholar for English Language Learners : a person who has studied a subject for a long time and knows a lot about it : an intelligent and well-educated person who knows a particular subject very well