Originally,terza rimas were written in eleven syllable lines (hendecasyllable), however any meter can be used as long as it is consistent throughout. Most written in English, are done using iambic lines, with either pentameter or tetrameter being the most common.
Information from The Society of Classic Poets.
By Dusty Grein

This took me a couple of days to write. I don't know if it's right. Line 2 and 4 have female endings (I think) and they are 11 syllables.
I believe every poet has it in them. To make a person smile and to bring joy to a sad day are just some of the things we can do. I hope I have your smile, for this is what I can do. :)

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