181+ Words that rhyme with allow

Allow is a 2-syllable word with 181 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are disallow, bow, cow. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of allow

verb
  1. make it possible through a specific action or lack of action for something to happen; "This permits the water to rush in"; "This sealed door won't allow the water come into the basement"; "This will permit the rain to run off"
  2. consent to, give permission; "She permitted her son to visit her estranged husband"; "I won't let the police search her basement"; "I cannot allow you to see your exam"
  3. let have; "grant permission"; "Mandela was allowed few visitors in prison"

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Examples of "allow" in lyrics

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

  • "That I can't allow"
    7L & Esoteric — Word Association
  • "As I give them a rhythm and I allow"
    Above the Law f/ Snow — Dose of the Mega Flex
  • "You only achieve what your energy will allow"
    Chief Kamachi — Steel Umbrella

What do these rhymes mean?

bow
a knot with two loops and loose ends; used to tie shoelaces a slightly curved piece of resilient wood with taut
cow
female of domestic cattle: "`moo-cow' is a child's term" mature female of mammals of which the male is called `bull' a
disallow
command against; "I forbid you to call me late at night"; "Mother vetoed the trip to the chocolate store
now
in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events
pow
a person who surrenders to (or is taken by) the enemy in time of war

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "allow" 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 allow?
Words that rhyme with allow include: disallow, bow, cow, now, pow, tao, vow, wow, brow, chow, and 171 more.
How many syllables does allow have?
Allow has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with allow?
There are 181 words that rhyme with allow: 181 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for allow in a song?
The strongest rhymes for allow in songwriting are disallow, bow, cow. 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 allow?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with allow include disallow, bow, cow, now, pow. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: bow, cow; 1-syllable: endow, macao; 2-syllable: disallow, disavow. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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