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41+ Words that rhyme with build

Build is a 1-syllable word with 41 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are rebuild, unskilled, unfulfilled. Single-syllable words are the backbone of rap and poetry — they punch hard at line endings and pair easily with other one-syllable rhymes.

Definition of build

noun
  1. constitution of the human body
  2. alternative names for the body of a human being; "Leonardo studied the human body"; "he has a strong physique"; "the spirit is willing but the flesh is weak"
verb
  1. make by combining materials and parts; "this little pig made his house out of straw"; "Some eccentric constructed an electric brassiere warmer"

1 syllable

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Examples of "build" in lyrics

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

  • "sellin cell phones a dream fulfilled, you better build"
    7L & Esoteric — Boxcutter Rap
  • "But wait it gets ill, no tricks in '09, it's time to build"
    9th Prince f/ Planet Asia — Revolution Music
  • "It's a time to break, and it's a time to build"
    9th Wonder f/ Little Brother — No Time to Chill

What do these rhymes mean?

rebuild
build again; "The house was rebuild after it was hit by a bomb"
skilled
having or showing or requiring special skill; "only the most skilled gymnasts make an Olympic team
unfilled
of purchase orders that have not been filled
unfulfilled
of persons; marked by failure to realize full potentialities; "unfulfilled and uneasy men
unskilled
not having or showing or requiring special skill or proficiency; "unskilled in the art of rhetoric

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Frequently asked questions

What rhymes with build?
Words that rhyme with build include: rebuild, unskilled, unfulfilled, unfilled, skilled, grilled, thrilled, fulfilled, gild, guild, and 31 more.
How many syllables does build have?
Build has 1 syllable.
How many words rhyme with build?
There are 41 words that rhyme with build: 41 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for build in a song?
The strongest rhymes for build in songwriting are rebuild, unskilled, unfulfilled. 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 build?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with build include rebuild, unskilled, unfulfilled, unfilled, skilled. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: gild, guild; 1-syllable: rebuild, skilled; 2-syllable: unskilled, unfilled. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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