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75+ Words that rhyme with alder

Alder is a 2-syllable word with 75 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are balder, calder, folder. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of alder

noun
  1. wood of any of various alder trees; resistant to underwater rot; used for bridges etc
  2. north temperate shrubs or trees having toothed leaves and conelike fruit; bark is used in tanning and dyeing and the wood is rot-resistant

1 syllable

2 syllables

5 syllables

Examples of "alder" in lyrics

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

  • "northwest alder"
    AOL — AOL
  • "mary elizabeth alder"
    AOL — AOL
  • "rustic wood furniture alder"
    AOL — AOL

What do these rhymes mean?

balder
(Norse mythology) god of light and peace and noted for his beauty and sweet nature
calder
United States sculptor who first created mobiles and stabiles (1898-1976)
folder
a small book usually having a paper cover covering that is folded over to protect the contents
gilder
someone whose occupation is to apply an overlay of gold or gilt
holder
a holding device; "a towel holder"; "a cigarette holder"; "an umbrella holder" a person who holds something

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "alder" 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 alder?
Words that rhyme with alder include: balder, calder, folder, gilder, holder, molder, polder, wilder, boulder, builder, and 65 more.
How many syllables does alder have?
Alder has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with alder?
There are 75 words that rhyme with alder: 75 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for alder in a song?
The strongest rhymes for alder in songwriting are balder, calder, folder. 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 alder?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with alder include balder, calder, folder, gilder, holder. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: are, baldr; 1-syllable: balder, calder; 2-syllable: beholder, bewilder. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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