179+ Words that rhyme with banana

Banana is a 3-syllable word with 179 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are cabana, ana, manna. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of banana

noun
  1. any of several tropical and subtropical treelike herbs of the genus Musa having a terminal crown of large entire leaves and usually bearing hanging clusters of elongated fruits
  2. elongated crescent-shaped yellow fruit with soft sweet flesh

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Examples of "banana" in lyrics

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

  • "Pimp Clinic Gang Bandanna, hang with my Banana"
    Above the Law f/ Enuff, Kokane — Gorillapimpin'
  • "I'm peelin' caps like monkey peels banana"
    Bloods & Crips — Puttin' in Work
  • "Told 'em Fruity Pebbles smell like apple banana"
    Brooklyn Zu f/ Lifestylez, Popa Chief — Marvelous

What do these rhymes mean?

ana
mother of the ancient Irish gods; sometimes identified with Danu a collection of anecdotes about a person or place
bandana
large and brightly colored handkerchief; often used as a neckerchief
cabana
a small tent used as a dressing room beside the sea or a swimming pool
lantana
a flowering shrub
manna
hardened sugary exudation of various trees (Old Testament) food that God gave the Israelites during the Exodus

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "banana" 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 banana?
Words that rhyme with banana include: cabana, ana, manna, lantana, bandana, anna, montana, americana, ghana, santa, and 169 more.
How many syllables does banana have?
Banana has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with banana?
There are 179 words that rhyme with banana: 179 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for banana in a song?
The strongest rhymes for banana in songwriting are cabana, ana, manna. 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 banana?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with banana include cabana, ana, manna, lantana, bandana. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: ana, manna; 1-syllable: cabana, lantana; 2-syllable: susquehanna, texarkana. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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