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161+ Words that rhyme with cried

Cried is a 1-syllable word with 161 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are lied, tried, bide. Single-syllable words are the backbone of rap and poetry — they punch hard at line endings and pair easily with other one-syllable rhymes.

1 syllable

Examples of "cried" in lyrics

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

  • "is what I cried"
    51.50 — Stuck in the Game
  • "So many died, so many cried"
    The 7A3 — Lucifer
  • "As Colin died, his mother cried"
    Aesop Rock — 11:35

What do these rhymes mean?

bide
dwell; "You can stay with me while you are in town"; "stay a bit longer--the day is still young"
hide
the dressed skin of an animal (especially a large animal) body covering of a living animal prevent from being seen or
lied
a German art song of the 19th century for voice and piano
pied
having sections or patches colored differently and usually brightly; "a jester dressed in motley"; "the painted desert
tried
tested and proved useful or correct; "a tested method" tested and proved to be reliable

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Frequently asked questions

What rhymes with cried?
Words that rhyme with cried include: lied, tried, bide, hide, pied, side, tide, wide, chide, guide, and 151 more.
How many syllables does cried have?
Cried has 1 syllable.
How many words rhyme with cried?
There are 161 words that rhyme with cried: 161 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for cried in a song?
The strongest rhymes for cried in songwriting are lied, tried, bide. 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 cried?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with cried include lied, tried, bide, hide, pied. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: lied, tried; 1-syllable: abide, aside; 2-syllable: alongside, subdivide. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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