Refers specifically to the person who writes or composes a poem, often in the context of waka, tanka, or renga. The term 読み手 can also mean 'reader' or 'chanter', but this form with 詠 emphasizes the act of composing.
Standard kanji spelling for a person who composes poetry, especially waka or tanka.
詠手
Alternate kanji spelling; less common but still used in poetic contexts.
Etymology
Compound of 詠み (yomi, 'composing poetry', the continuative form of 詠む) + 手 (te, 'person'). The kanji 詠 specifically denotes poetic composition, distinguishing it from 読む (to read).
