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64+ Words that rhyme with candle

Candle is a 2-syllable word with 64 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are handle, handel, sandal. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of candle

noun
  1. stick of wax with a wick in the middle
  2. the basic unit of luminous intensity adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites; equal to 1/60 of the luminous intensity per square centimeter of a black body radiating at the temperature of 2,046 degrees Kelvin
verb
  1. examine eggs for freshness by holding them against a light

1 syllable

2 syllables

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Examples of "candle" in lyrics

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

  • "Light turns to dark when cold breath hits the candle"
    1200 Techniques — Eye of the Storm
  • "Kiss my daughter goodnight, then I light a white candle"
    3rd Bass f/ Nice and Smooth — Microphone Techniques
  • "Can I light a candle?"
    504 Boyz f/ Jamo, Mac, Mercedes — I Can Tell

What do these rhymes mean?

handel
a prolific British baroque composer (born in Germany) remembered best for his oratorio Messiah (1685-1759) the music of
handle
the appendage to an object that is designed to be held in order to use or move it
mishandle
make a mess of, destroy or ruin; "I botched the dinner and we had to eat out
sandal
a shoe consisting of a sole fastened by straps to the foot
vandal
someone who willfully destroys or defaces property a member of the Germanic people who overran Gaul and Spain and North

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "candle" 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 candle?
Words that rhyme with candle include: handle, handel, sandal, vandal, mishandle, dandle, scandal, swindle, bundle, dirndl, and 54 more.
How many syllables does candle have?
Candle has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with candle?
There are 64 words that rhyme with candle: 64 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for candle in a song?
The strongest rhymes for candle in songwriting are handle, handel, sandal. 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 candle?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with candle include handle, handel, sandal, vandal, mishandle. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: dirndl, lendl; 1-syllable: handle, handel; 2-syllable: mishandle, manhandle. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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