11+ Words that rhyme with backwards
Backwards is a 2-syllable word with 11 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are forwards, onwards, words. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.
Definition of backwards
- adverb
- at or to or toward the back or rear; "he moved back"; "tripped when he stepped backward"; "she looked rearward out the window of the car"
- in a manner or order or direction the reverse of normal; "it's easy to get the `i' and the `e' backward in words like `seize' and `siege'"; "the child put her jersey on backward"
1 syllable
Examples of "backwards" in lyrics
See how backwards is used at the end of a line in songs:
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"Staying deep, big shine, hats on backwards"
1.4.0. Productions f/ Othorized F.A.M. — Staten Islanders -
"I'm from that 405 backwards"
504 Boyz f/ Ghetto Commission, Krazy — We Bust -
"On my block, you can find my cap turned backwards"
50/50 Twin — Luv My Block
What do these rhymes mean?
- downwards
- spatially or metaphorically from a higher to a lower level or position; "don't fall down
- edwards
- American theologian whose sermons and writings stimulated a period of renewed interest in religion in America
- forwards
- at or to or toward the front; "he faced forward"; "step forward
- onwards
- in a forward direction; "go ahead"; "the train moved ahead slowly"; "the boat lurched ahead
- words
- the words that are spoken; "I listened to his words very closely" the text of a popular song or musical-comedy number
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Rhyming tips for songwriters
When using "backwards" in your lyrics, consider mixing perfect rhymes with near rhymes (slant rhymes) for a more natural flow. Perfect rhymes like forwards, onwards, words create a satisfying resolution, while slant rhymes add variety and keep listeners engaged.
Since "backwards" 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 backwards?
- Words that rhyme with backwards include: forwards, onwards, words, edwards, downwards, innards, richards, bastards, standards, dastards, and 1 more.
- How many syllables does backwards have?
- Backwards has 2 syllables.
- How many words rhyme with backwards?
- There are 11 words that rhyme with backwards: 11 perfect rhymes.
- What is a good rhyme for backwards in a song?
- The strongest rhymes for backwards in songwriting are forwards, onwards, words. 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 backwards?
- Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with backwards include forwards, onwards, words, edwards, downwards. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: words; 1-syllable: forwards, onwards. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.
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