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359+ Words that rhyme with adieu

Adieu is a 2-syllable word with 359 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are fondue, subdue, overdue. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of adieu

noun
  1. a farewell remark; "they said their good-byes"

1 syllable

2 syllables

4 syllables

Examples of "adieu" in lyrics

See how adieu is used at the end of a line in songs:

  • "Got my degree, so I bid adieu"
    Devo Spice — I Hate Mondays
  • "And bid you adieu"
    Johnny Spanish — Up in the Clouds
  • "Deux balles de 22. Vingt deux ans adieu"
    MC Solaar — La Belle et Le Bad Boy

What do these rhymes mean?

dew
water that has condensed on a cool surface overnight from water vapor in the air
due
directly or exactly; straight; "went due North" owed and payable immediately or on demand
fondue
cubes of meat or seafood cooked in hot oil and then dipped in any of various sauces hot cheese or chocolate melted to
overdue
past due; not paid at the scheduled time; "an overdue installment"; "a delinquent account"
subdue
put down by force or intimidation; "The government quashes any attempt of an uprising

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

When using "adieu" in your lyrics, consider mixing perfect rhymes with near rhymes (slant rhymes) for a more natural flow. Perfect rhymes like fondue, subdue, overdue create a satisfying resolution, while slant rhymes add variety and keep listeners engaged.

Since "adieu" has 2 syllables, try matching it with words of similar length for a balanced meter. Multi-syllable rhymes often sound more sophisticated than single-syllable pairs.

Frequently asked questions

What rhymes with adieu?
Words that rhyme with adieu include: fondue, subdue, overdue, dew, due, undue, do, boo, coo, cue, and 349 more.
How many syllables does adieu have?
Adieu has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with adieu?
There are 359 words that rhyme with adieu: 359 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for adieu in a song?
The strongest rhymes for adieu in songwriting are fondue, subdue, overdue. These are perfect rhymes that share identical ending sounds, creating a satisfying resolution at line endings. For a more subtle effect, try slant rhymes — they add variety without the predictability of exact rhymes.
What are easy words that rhyme with adieu?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with adieu include fondue, subdue, overdue, dew, due. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: fondue, subdue; 1-syllable: overdue, peru; 2-syllable: overdo, hitherto. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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