35+ Words that rhyme with buttonhole

Buttonhole is a 4-syllable word with 35 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are armhole, eyehole, foxhole. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of buttonhole

noun
  1. a hole through which buttons are pushed
verb
  1. detain in conversation by or as if by holding on to the outer garments of; as for political or economic favors

See full definition of buttonhole →

1 syllable

2 syllables

3 syllables

4 syllables

Examples of "buttonhole" in lyrics

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

  • "how to make a buttonhole"
    AOL — AOL

What do these rhymes mean?

armhole
a hole through which you put your arm and where a sleeve can be attached
eyehole
a hole (in a door or an oven etc) through which you can peep a small hole (usually round and finished around the edges)
foxhole
a small dugout with a pit for individual shelter against enemy fire
keyhole
the hole where a key is inserted
manhole
a hole (usually with a flush cover) through which a person can gain access to an underground structure

Use "buttonhole" in a verse

Ready to write? Generate rap lyrics using "buttonhole" as your theme:

Generate a verse

More about "buttonhole"

Related words

Looking for rhymes for similar words? Try these:

Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "buttonhole" has 4 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 buttonhole?
Words that rhyme with buttonhole include: armhole, eyehole, foxhole, keyhole, manhole, pinhole, pothole, hellhole, knothole, loophole, and 25 more.
How many syllables does buttonhole have?
Buttonhole has 4 syllables.
How many words rhyme with buttonhole?
There are 35 words that rhyme with buttonhole: 35 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for buttonhole in a song?
The strongest rhymes for buttonhole in songwriting are armhole, eyehole, foxhole. 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 buttonhole?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with buttonhole include armhole, eyehole, foxhole, keyhole, manhole. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: bowl, coal; 1-syllable: cole, warhol; 2-syllable: armhole, eyehole. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

Explore More Word Tools

Find rhymes for another word