40+ Words that rhyme with gamelan

Gamelan is a 3-syllable word with 40 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are bane, cane, fain. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of gamelan

noun
  1. a traditional Indonesian ensemble typically including many tuned percussion instruments including bamboo xylophones and wooden or bronze chimes and gongs

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Examples of "gamelan" in lyrics

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

  • "the difference between the javanese and the balinese gamelan"
    AOL — AOL

What do these rhymes mean?

bane
something causing misery or death; "the bane of my life"
cane
a stick that people can lean on to help them walk a strong slender often flexible stem as of bamboos, reeds, rattans,
fain
in a willing manner; "this was gladly agreed to"; "I would fain do it" having made preparations
gain
a quantity that is added; "there was an addition to property taxes this year
lane
a narrow way or road a well-defined track or path; for e.g. swimmers or lines of traffic

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "gamelan" 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 gamelan?
Words that rhyme with gamelan include: bane, cane, fain, gain, lane, main, mane, pain, pane, rain, and 30 more.
How many syllables does gamelan have?
Gamelan has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with gamelan?
There are 40 words that rhyme with gamelan: 40 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for gamelan in a song?
The strongest rhymes for gamelan in songwriting are bane, cane, fain. 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 gamelan?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with gamelan include bane, cane, fain, gain, lane. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: bane, cane; 1-syllable: milan, courlan; 2-syllable: catalan, rataplan. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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