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12+ Words that rhyme with burglar

Burglar is a 2-syllable word with 12 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are smuggler, wriggler, straggler. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of burglar

noun
  1. a thief who enters a building with intent to steal

1 syllable

2 syllables

3 syllables

Examples of "burglar" in lyrics

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

  • "I creep in ya house like a burglar"
    Kane & Abel — Somebody Gotta Pay
  • "I'm a specialist, move like a cat burglar"
    La the Darkman — Gunz Don't Kill
  • "You ain't a murderer, you ain't a thug, you ain't a burglar"
    Nems — Keep Bangin

What do these rhymes mean?

haggler
an intense bargainer
juggler
a performer who juggles objects and performs tricks of manual dexterity
smuggler
someone who imports or exports without paying duties
straggler
someone who strays or falls behind
wriggler
one who can't stay still (especially a child); "the toddler was a real wiggler on plane trips" larva of a mosquito

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "burglar" 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 burglar?
Words that rhyme with burglar include: smuggler, wriggler, straggler, haggler, juggler, are, hurdler, kegler, dangler, mangier, and 2 more.
How many syllables does burglar have?
Burglar has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with burglar?
There are 12 words that rhyme with burglar: 12 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for burglar in a song?
The strongest rhymes for burglar in songwriting are smuggler, wriggler, straggler. 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 burglar?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with burglar include smuggler, wriggler, straggler, haggler, juggler. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: are; 1-syllable: smuggler, wriggler; 2-syllable: finagles. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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