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169+ Words that rhyme with broken

Broken is a 2-syllable word with 169 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are spoken, token, oaken. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of broken

adjective
  1. physically and forcibly separated into pieces or cracked or split; "a broken mirror"; "a broken tooth"; "a broken leg"; "his neck is broken"
  2. not continuous in space, time, or sequence or varying abruptly; "broken lines of defense"; "a broken cable transmission"; "broken sleep"; "tear off the stub above the broken line"; "a broken note"; "broken sobs"
  3. subdued or brought low in condition or status; "brought low"; "a broken man"; "his broken spirit"

1 syllable

2 syllables

Examples of "broken" in lyrics

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

  • "Eyes slow to open, alarm clock's broken"
    3rd Bass — Herbalz in Your Mouth
  • "When my, dash is broken, glass is broken"
    Aceyalone — Jack of All Trades
  • "let's take it to the maximum, like walking with ya legs broken"
    Aceyalone — Here & Now

What do these rhymes mean?

oaken
consisting of or made of wood of the oak tree; "a solid oak table"; "the old oaken bucket"
spoken
uttered through the medium of speech or characterized by speech; sometimes used in combination; "a spoken message
token
insignificantly small; a matter of form only (`tokenish' is informal); "the fee was nominal
unbroken
marked by continuous or uninterrupted extension in space or time or sequence; "cars in an unbroken procession
unspoken
expressed without speech; "a mute appeal"; "a silent curse"; "best grief is tongueless"- Emily Dickinson

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "broken" 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 broken?
Words that rhyme with broken include: spoken, token, oaken, unbroken, unspoken, outspoken, betoken, bespoken, heartbroken, liken, and 159 more.
How many syllables does broken have?
Broken has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with broken?
There are 169 words that rhyme with broken: 169 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for broken in a song?
The strongest rhymes for broken in songwriting are spoken, token, oaken. 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 broken?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with broken include spoken, token, oaken, unbroken, unspoken. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: paean, an; 1-syllable: spoken, token; 2-syllable: unbroken, unspoken. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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