116+ Words that rhyme with afternoon

Afternoon is a 3-syllable word with 116 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are soon, moon, noon. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of afternoon

noun
  1. the part of the day between noon and evening; "he spent a quiet afternoon in the park"
  2. a conventional expression of greeting or farewell

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Examples of "afternoon" in lyrics

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

  • "Camaraderie with your boys on a Sunday afternoon"
    3 Melancholy Gypsies — And If
  • "cauterized by the zippo he had stole that afternoon"
    Aesop Rock — Fast Cars
  • "plug it in, turn it on, say goodbye to Sunday afternoon"
    AesopROCK — Basic Cable

What do these rhymes mean?

baboon
large terrestrial monkeys having doglike muzzles
croon
sing softly
moon
the natural satellite of the Earth; "the average distance to the Moon is 384,400 kilometers
noon
the middle of the day
soon
in the near future; "the doctor will soon be here"; "the book will appear shortly"; "she will arrive presently

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "afternoon" has 3 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 afternoon?
Words that rhyme with afternoon include: soon, moon, noon, croon, baboon, saloon, boon, dune, goon, hewn, and 106 more.
How many syllables does afternoon have?
Afternoon has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with afternoon?
There are 116 words that rhyme with afternoon: 116 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for afternoon in a song?
The strongest rhymes for afternoon in songwriting are soon, moon, noon. 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 afternoon?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with afternoon include soon, moon, noon, croon, baboon. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: soon, moon; 1-syllable: baboon, saloon; 2-syllable: forenoon, opportune. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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