71+ Words that rhyme with arrears

Arrears is a 2-syllable word with 71 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are tears, affairs, algiers. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of arrears

noun
  1. the state of being behind in payments; "an account in arrears"
  2. an unpaid overdue debt

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Examples of "arrears" in lyrics

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

  • "It kind of appears my ego account's in arrears"
    Princess Superstar f/ Beth Orton — Untouchable Part 2
  • "completely remove all registry arrears"
    AOL — AOL
  • "Paris Club confirms first receipt of Argentina arrears"
    Reuters — Reuters

What do these rhymes mean?

affairs
matters of personal concern; "get his affairs in order" transactions of professional or public interest
algiers
an ancient port on the Mediterranean; the capital and largest city of Algeria
downstairs
on a floor below; "the tenants live downstairs" on or of lower floors of a building
tangiers
a city of northern Morocco at the west end of the Strait of Gibraltar
tears
the process of shedding tears (usually accompanied by sobs or other inarticulate sounds)

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "arrears" 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 arrears?
Words that rhyme with arrears include: tears, affairs, algiers, tangiers, downstairs, years, careers, compares, declares, bears, and 61 more.
How many syllables does arrears have?
Arrears has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with arrears?
There are 71 words that rhyme with arrears: 71 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for arrears in a song?
The strongest rhymes for arrears in songwriting are tears, affairs, algiers. 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 arrears?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with arrears include tears, affairs, algiers, tangiers, downstairs. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: tears, years; 1-syllable: affairs, algiers; 2-syllable: compares, declares. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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