70+ Words that rhyme with cicada
Cicada is a 3-syllable word with 70 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are ada, beda, veda. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.
Definition of cicada
- noun
- stout-bodied insect with large membranous wings; male has drum-like organs for producing a high-pitched drone
2 syllables
3 syllables
4 syllables
Examples of "cicada" in lyrics
See how cicada is used at the end of a line in songs:
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"what time of year can you hear a cicada"
AOL — AOL -
"african cicada"
AOL — AOL -
"www cicada"
AOL — AOL
What do these rhymes mean?
- ada
- an enzyme found in mammals that can catalyze the deamination of adenosine into inosine and ammonia
- beda
- (Roman Catholic Church) English monk and scholar (672-735)
- grenada
- an island state in the West Indies in the southeastern Caribbean Sea
- reseda
- any plant of the genus Reseda
- veda
- (from the Sanskrit word for `knowledge') any of the most ancient sacred writings of Hinduism written in early Sanskrit
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Rhyming tips for songwriters
When using "cicada" in your lyrics, consider mixing perfect rhymes with near rhymes (slant rhymes) for a more natural flow. Perfect rhymes like ada, beda, veda create a satisfying resolution, while slant rhymes add variety and keep listeners engaged.
Since "cicada" has 3 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 cicada?
- Words that rhyme with cicada include: ada, beda, veda, reseda, grenada, de, dah, nevada, cadre, ardour, and 60 more.
- How many syllables does cicada have?
- Cicada has 3 syllables.
- How many words rhyme with cicada?
- There are 70 words that rhyme with cicada: 70 perfect rhymes.
- What is a good rhyme for cicada in a song?
- The strongest rhymes for cicada in songwriting are ada, beda, veda. 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 cicada?
- Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with cicada include ada, beda, veda, reseda, grenada. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: de, dah; 1-syllable: ada, beda; 2-syllable: reseda, grenada. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.
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