20+ Words that rhyme with gershwin
Gershwin is a 2-syllable word with 20 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are harlequin, palanquin, penguin. This word appears in songs across our database, making it a versatile choice for songwriters and poets.
Definition of gershwin
- noun
- United States lyricist who frequently collaborated with his brother George Gershwin (1896-1983)
- United States composer who incorporated jazz into classical forms and composed scores for musical comedies (1898-1937)
2 syllables
Examples of "gershwin" in lyrics
See how gershwin is used at the end of a line in songs:
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"slightly foul Gershwin"
Aesop Rock — Save Yourself -
"Orchestrate thoughts like Gershwin"
O.C. — 1nce Again -
"george gershwin"
AOL — AOL
What do these rhymes mean?
- harlequin
- a clown or buffoon (after the Harlequin character in the commedia dell'arte) variegate with spots or marks
- palanquin
- a closed litter carried on the shoulders of four bearers
- penguin
- short-legged flightless birds of cold southern especially Antarctic regions having webbed feet and wings modified as
- sanguine
- confidently optimistic and cheerful inclined to a healthy reddish color often associated with outdoor life
- sequin
- adornment consisting of a small piece of shiny material used to decorate clothing
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Rhyming tips for songwriters
When using "gershwin" in your lyrics, consider mixing perfect rhymes with near rhymes (slant rhymes) for a more natural flow. Perfect rhymes like harlequin, palanquin, penguin create a satisfying resolution, while slant rhymes add variety and keep listeners engaged.
Since "gershwin" 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.