59+ Words that rhyme with emphysema

Emphysema is a 4-syllable word with 59 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are lima, pima, schema. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of emphysema

noun
  1. an abnormal condition of the lungs marked by decreased respiratory function; associated with smoking or chronic bronchitis or old age

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Examples of "emphysema" in lyrics

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

  • "Cancer, asthma, emphysema"
    Aceyalone & RJD2 — High Lights
  • "And hit you with the dose of emphysema"
    Akrobatik f/ Mr. Lif — Wreck Dem
  • "sound like a frog with emphysema"
    Anti-Pop Consortium — Angular

What do these rhymes mean?

bema
area around the altar of a church for the clergy and choir; often enclosed by a lattice or railing
hiroshima
a port city on the southwestern coast of Honshu in Japan
lima
capital and largest city and economic center of Peru; located in western Peru
pima
a member of the North American Indian people living in southern Arizona and northern Mexico the Uto-Aztecan language
schema
an internal representation of the world

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "emphysema" has 4 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 emphysema?
Words that rhyme with emphysema include: lima, pima, schema, hiroshima, bema, edema, prima, rima, sima, femur, and 49 more.
How many syllables does emphysema have?
Emphysema has 4 syllables.
How many words rhyme with emphysema?
There are 59 words that rhyme with emphysema: 59 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for emphysema in a song?
The strongest rhymes for emphysema in songwriting are lima, pima, schema. 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 emphysema?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with emphysema include lima, pima, schema, hiroshima, bema. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: lima, pima; 1-syllable: edema, colima; 2-syllable: hiroshima, erythema. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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