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Tinker Tailor — Nursery Rhyme Lyrics

Tinker, Tailor,
Soldier, Sailor,
Rich Man, Poor Man,
Beggar Man, Thief.

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Learning from "Tinker Tailor"

Nursery rhymes are some of the best teachers of rhythm and rhyme. "Tinker Tailor" uses 4 lines to create a memorable verse — proof that effective poetry doesn't need to be long. Pay attention to the meter: the pattern of stressed and unstressed syllables is what makes the rhyme stick in your head.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the words to Tinker Tailor?
The lyrics to Tinker Tailor are: Tinker, Tailor, / Soldier, Sailor, / Rich Man, Poor Man, / Beggar Man, Thief.
How many lines does Tinker Tailor have?
"Tinker Tailor" has 4 lines of verse.