18+ Words that rhyme with herald

Herald is a 2-syllable word with 18 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are barreled, fitzgerald, cuckold. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of herald

noun
  1. (formal) a person who announces important news; "the chieftain had a herald who announced his arrival with a trumpet"
  2. something that precedes and indicates the approach of something or someone
verb
  1. foreshadow or presage

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Examples of "herald" in lyrics

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

  • "advertizer herald"
    AOL — AOL
  • "paxton herald"
    AOL — AOL
  • "boston herald"
    AOL — AOL

What do these rhymes mean?

barreled
put in or stored in a barrel; "barreled beer" (of an arrow) tapered toward both ends
barrelled
put in or stored in a barrel; "barreled beer" (of an arrow) tapered toward both ends
cuckold
a man whose wife committed adultery be sexually unfaithful to one's partner in marriage; "She cheats on her husband
fitzgerald
English poet remembered primarily for his free translation of the poetry of Omar Khayyam (1809-1883) United States
oswald
United States assassin of President John F. Kennedy (1939-1963)

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "herald" 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 herald?
Words that rhyme with herald include: barreled, fitzgerald, cuckold, barrelled, oswald, emerald, imperiled, caroled, periled, apparelled, and 8 more.
How many syllables does herald have?
Herald has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with herald?
There are 18 words that rhyme with herald: 18 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for herald in a song?
The strongest rhymes for herald in songwriting are barreled, fitzgerald, cuckold. 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 herald?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with herald include barreled, fitzgerald, cuckold, barrelled, oswald. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: roald; 1-syllable: cuckold, oswald; 2-syllable: barreled, fitzgerald. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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