Words that rhyme with contra
Contra is a 2-syllable word with 33 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are aspidistra, extra, genre. This word appears in songs across our database, making it a versatile choice for songwriters and poets.
Definition of contra
- noun
- a member of the guerrilla force that opposed a left-wing government in Nicaragua
2 syllables
3 syllables
4 syllables
Examples of "contra" in lyrics
See how contra is used at the end of a line in songs:
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"Divide and conquer that's older than Contra"
Bishop Lamont — Klansmen -
"Focused on the mission, bringing the cannons like Contra"
Holocaust & American Poets 2099 f/ Irie 1, Mic Moses — Domination -
"I was Oliver North during Iran Contra"
Immortal Technique — That's What it Is
What do these rhymes mean?
- aspidistra
- evergreen perennial with large handsome basal leaves; grown primarily as a foliage houseplant
- extra
- unusually or exceptionally; "an extra fast car" more than is needed, desired, or required
- genre
- a kind of literary or artistic work a style of expressing yourself in writing an expressive style of music a class of
- mantra
- a commonly repeated word or phrase; "she repeated `So pleased with how its going' at intervals like a mantra
- orchestra
- a musical organization consisting of a group of instrumentalists including string players seating on the main floor in
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Rhyming tips for songwriters
When using "contra" in your lyrics, consider mixing perfect rhymes with near rhymes (slant rhymes) for a more natural flow. Perfect rhymes like aspidistra, extra, genre create a satisfying resolution, while slant rhymes add variety and keep listeners engaged.
Since "contra" 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.