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.
A scholarly resource must be written by a scholar - an expert in the field, usually with a PhD or equivalent qualifications. Scholarly resources usually tell you about the author, so that you can assess whether s/he is a reliable expert on the information presented.