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135+ Words that rhyme with bolero

Bolero is a 3-syllable word with 135 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are pharaoh, faro, sombrero. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of bolero

noun
  1. music written in the rhythm of the bolero dance
  2. a short jacket; worn mostly by women
  3. a Spanish dance in triple time accompanied by guitar and castanets

1 syllable

2 syllables

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5 syllables

Examples of "bolero" in lyrics

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

  • "ravel's bolero"
    AOL — AOL
  • "free pattern knitted bolero"
    AOL — AOL
  • "shrugs bolero"
    AOL — AOL

What do these rhymes mean?

arrow
a mark to indicate a direction or relation a projectile with a straight thin shaft and an arrowhead on one end and
faro
a card game in which players bet against the dealer on the cards he will draw from a dealing box
pharaoh
the title of the ancient Egyptian kings
sombrero
one of the islands of Saint Christopher-Nevis a straw hat with a tall crown and broad brim
taro
edible starchy tuberous root of taro plants herb of the Pacific islands grown throughout the tropics for its edible

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "bolero" 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 bolero?
Words that rhyme with bolero include: pharaoh, faro, sombrero, taro, arrow, marrow, narrow, sparrow, barrow, serow, and 125 more.
How many syllables does bolero have?
Bolero has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with bolero?
There are 135 words that rhyme with bolero: 135 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for bolero in a song?
The strongest rhymes for bolero in songwriting are pharaoh, faro, sombrero. 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 bolero?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with bolero include pharaoh, faro, sombrero, taro, arrow. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: au, aux; 1-syllable: pharaoh, faro; 2-syllable: sombrero, bracero. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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