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246+ Words that rhyme with determine

Determine is a 3-syllable word with 246 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are german, sermon, ermine. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of determine

verb
  1. establish after a calculation, investigation, experiment, survey, or study; "find the product of two numbers"; "The physicist who found the elusive particle won the Nobel Prize"
  2. shape or influence; give direction to; "experience often determines ability"; "mold public opinion"
  3. fix conclusively or authoritatively; "set the rules"

2 syllables

5 syllables

Examples of "determine" in lyrics

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

  • "Til my ears determine"
    Black Milk f/ Dwele — Long Story Short
  • "Yo what up, yeah yeah, that's so it determine"
    Delinquent Habits f/ Big Punisher, JuJu — Western Ways Part 2 (La Seleccion)
  • "You crazy it takes one look you'll determine"
    DJ Honda f/ Al Tariq, The Beatnuts, Fat Joe & Problemz — Out For the Cash

What do these rhymes mean?

ermine
the expensive white fur of the ermine mustelid of northern hemisphere in its white winter coat
german
of or pertaining to or characteristic of Germany or its people or language; "German philosophers
herman
United States jazz musician and bandleader (1913-1987)
sermon
an address of a religious nature (usually delivered during a church service) a moralistic rebuke
sherman
United States general who was commander of all Union troops in the West

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "determine" 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 determine?
Words that rhyme with determine include: german, sermon, ermine, herman, sherman, predetermine, omen, roman, foeman, gunman, and 236 more.
How many syllables does determine have?
Determine has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with determine?
There are 246 words that rhyme with determine: 246 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for determine in a song?
The strongest rhymes for determine in songwriting are german, sermon, ermine. 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 determine?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with determine include german, sermon, ermine, herman, sherman. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: german, sermon; 1-syllable: lineman, brakeman; 2-syllable: predetermine, cameraman. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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