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168+ Words that rhyme with ell

Ell is a 1-syllable word with 168 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are bell, cell, belle. Single-syllable words are the backbone of rap and poetry — they punch hard at line endings and pair easily with other one-syllable rhymes.

Definition of ell

noun
  1. an extension at the end and at right angles to the main building

1 syllable

2 syllables

3 syllables

5 syllables

Examples of "ell" in lyrics

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

  • "The tail that grew from his back, sir, was six yards and an ell;"
    The Derby Ram
  • "www.nycenet.edu offices offices ell"
    AOL — AOL
  • "professional development resource ell"
    AOL — AOL

What do these rhymes mean?

bell
a hollow device made of metal that makes a ringing sound when struck a push button at an outer door that gives a
belle
a young woman who is the most charming and beautiful of several rivals; "she was the belle of the ball"
cell
any small compartment; "the cells of a honeycomb" (biology) the basic structural and functional unit of all organisms
fell
(of persons or their actions) able or disposed to inflict pain or suffering; "a barbarous crime"; "brutal beatings
gel
a colloid in a more solid form than a sol a thin translucent membrane used over stage lights for color effects become a

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Frequently asked questions

What rhymes with ell?
Words that rhyme with ell include: bell, cell, belle, gel, fell, hell, jell, sell, well, yell, and 158 more.
How many syllables does ell have?
Ell has 1 syllable.
How many words rhyme with ell?
There are 168 words that rhyme with ell: 168 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for ell in a song?
The strongest rhymes for ell in songwriting are bell, cell, belle. 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 ell?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with ell include bell, cell, belle, gel, fell. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: bell, cell; 1-syllable: belle, cartel; 2-syllable: materiel, personnel. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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