15+ Words that rhyme with general

General is a 3-syllable word with 15 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are admiral, mineral, funeral. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of general

adjective
  1. applying to all or most members of a category or group; "the general public"; "general assistance"; "a general rule"; "in general terms"; "comprehensible to the general reader"
  2. not specialized or limited to one class of things; "general studies"; "general knowledge"
  3. prevailing among and common to the general public; "the general discontent"

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Examples of "general" in lyrics

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

  • "I talked to the surgeon general;"
    69 Boyz f/ 95 South — Ding Dong Song
  • "I just wanna, I just wanna be a general"
    Aesop Rock — Prosperity
  • "But we hate jobs in general"
    Aesop Rock — 9-5ers Anthem

What do these rhymes mean?

admiral
the supreme commander of a fleet; ranks above a vice admiral and below a fleet admiral any of several brightly colored
bicameral
composed of two legislative bodies consisting of two chambers; "the bicameral heart of a fish"
colorful
having striking color; "colorful autumn leaves" striking in variety and interest; "a colorful period of history
funeral
a ceremony at which a dead person is buried or cremated; "hundreds of people attended his funeral"
mineral
relating to minerals; "mineral elements"; "mineral deposits" composed of matter other than plant or animal

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "general" 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 general?
Words that rhyme with general include: admiral, mineral, funeral, colorful, bicameral, behavioral, procedural, several, visceral, ephemeral, and 5 more.
How many syllables does general have?
General has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with general?
There are 15 words that rhyme with general: 15 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for general in a song?
The strongest rhymes for general in songwriting are admiral, mineral, funeral. 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 general?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with general include admiral, mineral, funeral, colorful, bicameral. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: admiral, mineral; 1-syllable: bicameral, behavioral; 2-syllable: unicameral. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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