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8+ Words that rhyme with forwards

Forwards is a 2-syllable word with 8 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are backwards, words, downwards. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of forwards

adverb
  1. at or to or toward the front; "he faced forward"; "step forward"; "she practiced sewing backward as well as frontward on her new sewing machine"; (`forrad' and `forrard' are dialectal variations)
  2. in a forward direction; "go ahead"; "the train moved ahead slowly"; "the boat lurched ahead"; "moved onward into the forest"; "they went slowly forward in the mud"

1 syllable

2 syllables

Examples of "forwards" in lyrics

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

  • "I slide to the side and the backwards and the forwards"
    Jemini the Gifted One — Story of My Life
  • "Yo, so you can look in the mirror recite it, forwards"
    Masters of Illusion — Call the National Guard
  • "Like the backwards Pharcyde video going forwards"
    Sway & King Tech f/ Canibus — Freestyle

What do these rhymes mean?

backwards
at or to or toward the back or rear; "he moved back"; "tripped when he stepped backward
downwards
spatially or metaphorically from a higher to a lower level or position; "don't fall down
edwards
American theologian whose sermons and writings stimulated a period of renewed interest in religion in America
innards
internal organs collectively (especially those in the abdominal cavity); "`viscera' is the plural form of `viscus'"
words
the words that are spoken; "I listened to his words very closely" the text of a popular song or musical-comedy number

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "forwards" 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.

Frequently asked questions

What rhymes with forwards?
Words that rhyme with forwards include: backwards, words, downwards, edwards, innards, richards, bastards, lourdes.
How many syllables does forwards have?
Forwards has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with forwards?
There are 8 words that rhyme with forwards: 8 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for forwards in a song?
The strongest rhymes for forwards in songwriting are backwards, words, downwards. 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 forwards?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with forwards include backwards, words, downwards, edwards, innards. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: words; 1-syllable: backwards, downwards. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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