25+ Words that rhyme with akimbo

Akimbo is a 3-syllable word with 25 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are bimbo, limbo, au. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of akimbo

adverb
  1. with hands on hips and elbows extending outward; "she stood there akimbo"
adjective
  1. (used of arms and legs) bent outward with the joint away from the body; "a tailor sitting with legs akimbo"; "stood with arms akimbo"

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Examples of "akimbo" in lyrics

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

  • "Came dizzy out the craft, head spinning, legs akimbo"
    MC Lars — Lars Attacks!
  • "price of seats for southern reps show kimberly akimbo"
    AOL — AOL

What do these rhymes mean?

au
a soft yellow malleable ductile (trivalent and univalent) metallic element
beau
a man who is the lover of a girl or young woman
bimbo
a young woman indulged by rich and powerful older men
bow
a knot with two loops and loose ends; used to tie shoelaces a slightly curved piece of resilient wood with taut
limbo
the state of being disregarded or forgotten an imaginary place for lost or neglected things (theology) in Roman

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "akimbo" 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 akimbo?
Words that rhyme with akimbo include: bimbo, limbo, au, bow, beau, ambo, umbo, combo, gumbo, jumbo, and 15 more.
How many syllables does akimbo have?
Akimbo has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with akimbo?
There are 25 words that rhyme with akimbo: 25 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for akimbo in a song?
The strongest rhymes for akimbo in songwriting are bimbo, limbo, au. 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 akimbo?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with akimbo include bimbo, limbo, au, bow, beau. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: au, bow; 1-syllable: bimbo, limbo; 2-syllable: colombo. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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