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15+ Words that rhyme with cilantro

Cilantro is a 3-syllable word with 15 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are au, intro, metro. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of cilantro

noun
  1. Old World herb with aromatic leaves and seed resembling parsley
  2. parsley-like herb used as seasoning or garnish

1 syllable

2 syllables

3 syllables

Examples of "cilantro" in lyrics

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

  • "pictures of cilantro"
    AOL — AOL
  • "spices.com cilantro"
    AOL — AOL
  • "how to cook with cilantro"
    AOL — AOL

What do these rhymes mean?

au
a soft yellow malleable ductile (trivalent and univalent) metallic element
bistro
a small informal restaurant; serves wine
intro
formally making a person known to another or to the public a brief introductory passage to a piece of popular music
metro
an electric railway operating below the surface of the ground (usually in a city)
retro
affecting things past; "retroactive tax increase"; "an ex-post-facto law"; "retro pay" a fashion reminiscent of the past

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "cilantro" 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 cilantro?
Words that rhyme with cilantro include: au, intro, metro, retro, bistro, castro, maestro, aux, bestrow, nitro, and 5 more.
How many syllables does cilantro have?
Cilantro has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with cilantro?
There are 15 words that rhyme with cilantro: 15 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for cilantro in a song?
The strongest rhymes for cilantro in songwriting are au, intro, metro. 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 cilantro?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with cilantro include au, intro, metro, retro, bistro. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: au, aux; 1-syllable: intro, metro; 2-syllable: hetero, electro. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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