Words that rhyme with harlequin
Harlequin is a 3-syllable word with 24 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are nankeen, palanquin, penguin. This word appears in songs across our database, making it a versatile choice for songwriters and poets.
Definition of harlequin
- noun
- a clown or buffoon (after the Harlequin character in the commedia dell'arte)
- verb
- variegate with spots or marks; "His face was harlequined with patches"
2 syllables
Examples of "harlequin" in lyrics
See how harlequin is used at the end of a line in songs:
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"Stop playin the harlequin"
Pegz — What Would Happen? -
"honeysuckle harlequin"
AOL — AOL -
"nascar harlequin"
AOL — AOL
What do these rhymes mean?
- nankeen
- a durable fabric formerly loomed by hand in China from natural cotton having a yellowish color
- 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
- piscine
- of or relating to fish
- sanguine
- confidently optimistic and cheerful inclined to a healthy reddish color often associated with outdoor life
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Rhyming tips for songwriters
When using "harlequin" in your lyrics, consider mixing perfect rhymes with near rhymes (slant rhymes) for a more natural flow. Perfect rhymes like nankeen, palanquin, penguin create a satisfying resolution, while slant rhymes add variety and keep listeners engaged.
Since "harlequin" 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.