noun
florid expression; poetic talent
Refers to ornate, flowery language or the ability to compose such language, especially in poetry. Often used in literary or critical contexts.
彼の詩には詩藻が溢れている。
His poetry overflows with florid expression.
若い頃から詩藻に恵まれていた。
He was blessed with poetic talent from a young age.
Composed of 詩 (poetry) and 藻 (algae/water plants), metaphorically suggesting the lush, decorative quality of poetic language. The exact historical derivation is uncertain.