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118+ Words that rhyme with hear

Hear is a 1-syllable word with 118 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are ear, clear, year. Single-syllable words are the backbone of rap and poetry — they punch hard at line endings and pair easily with other one-syllable rhymes.

Definition of hear

verb
  1. perceive (sound) via the auditory sense
  2. get to know or become aware of, usually accidentally; "I learned that she has two grown-up children"; "I see that you have been promoted"
  3. examine or hear (evidence or a case) by judicial process; "The jury had heard all the evidence"; "The case will be tried in California"

1 syllable

2 syllables

4 syllables

Examples of "hear" in lyrics

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

  • "Screams and moans is all I hear"
    2 Live Crew — C'mon Babe
  • "Some have eyes to see, and ears to hear"
    2 Live Crew — Revelation
  • "You'll be analyzing and memorizing what you hear"
    The 49ers — Fort Knocks

What do these rhymes mean?

clear
completely; "read the book clear to the end"; "slept clear through the night
ear
the sense organ for hearing and equilibrium good hearing; "he had a keen ear
fear
an emotion experienced in anticipation of some specific pain or danger (usually accompanied by a desire to flee or
near
near in time or place or relationship; "as the wedding day drew near"; "stood near the door
year
a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days; "she is 4 years old

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Frequently asked questions

What rhymes with hear?
Words that rhyme with hear include: ear, clear, year, fear, near, rear, bier, dear, gear, disappear, and 108 more.
How many syllables does hear have?
Hear has 1 syllable.
How many words rhyme with hear?
There are 118 words that rhyme with hear: 118 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for hear in a song?
The strongest rhymes for hear in songwriting are ear, clear, year. 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 hear?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with hear include ear, clear, year, fear, near. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: ear, clear; 1-syllable: appear, adhere; 2-syllable: disappear, overhear. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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