32+ Words that rhyme with happen

Happen is a 2-syllable word with 32 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are open, deepen, cheapen. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of happen

verb
  1. come to pass; "What is happening?"; "The meeting took place off without an incidence"; "Nothing occurred that seemed important"
  2. happen, occur, or be the case in the course of events or by chance; "It happens that today is my birthday"; "These things befell" (Santayana)
  3. chance to be or do something, without intention or causation; "I happen to have just what you need!"

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Examples of "happen" in lyrics

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

  • "And y'all gon' wonder who caused it to happen"
    60 Second Assassin f/ Masta Killa, M-Eighty, Popa Wu — Remarkable Timing
  • "All ready and passionate to make it happen"
    9th Prince f/ Akir, AR.Change.L — Top Secret
  • "Catch you in the world in playin clothes, ain't no tellin what'll happen"
    9th Wonder f/ Median, Phonte — Band Practice Pt. 2

What do these rhymes mean?

an
an associate degree in nursing
cheapen
lower the grade of something; reduce its worth
deepen
make more intense, stronger, or more marked
open
affording unobstructed entrance and exit; not shut or closed; "an open door
reopen
open again or anew; "They reopened the theater"

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "happen" 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 happen?
Words that rhyme with happen include: open, deepen, cheapen, reopen, an, aspen, havoc, dampen, misshapen, cabin, and 22 more.
How many syllables does happen have?
Happen has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with happen?
There are 32 words that rhyme with happen: 32 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for happen in a song?
The strongest rhymes for happen in songwriting are open, deepen, cheapen. 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 happen?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with happen include open, deepen, cheapen, reopen, an. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: an; 1-syllable: open, deepen; 2-syllable: misshapen, awaken. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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