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Sappho 31 is a lyric poem by the Archaic Greek poet Sappho of the island of Lesbos.[a] The poem is also known as phainetai moi (φαίνεταί μοι lit. 'It seems to me') after the opening words of its first line. It is one of Sappho's most famous poems, describing her love for a young woman.
Fragment 31 has been the subject of numerous translations and adaptations from ancient times to the present day. Celebrated for its portrayal of intense emotion, the poem has influenced modern conceptions of lyric poetry, and its depiction of desire continues to influence writers today.
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