86+ Words that rhyme with hound

Hound is a 1-syllable word with 86 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are around, abound, ground. 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 hound

noun
  1. any of several breeds of dog used for hunting typically having large drooping ears
  2. someone who is morally reprehensible; "you dirty dog"
verb
  1. pursue or chase relentlessly; "The hunters traced the deer into the woods"; "the detectives hounded the suspect until they found him"

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Examples of "hound" in lyrics

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

  • "Ma, I'm pimpin the system, my catalogue is the hound"
    9th Wonder f/ Little Brother — No Time to Chill
  • "You couldn't tell me nothin, I was more than a hound"
    AMG — Around the World
  • "No breakdowns, or shakedowns, Zu guns hound"
    Brooklyn Zu f/ LaFonda — Put Yo' People's On

What do these rhymes mean?

abound
be abundant or plentiful; exist in large quantities be in a state of movement or action
aground
with the bottom lodged on the ground; "he ran the ship aground" stuck in a place where a ship can no longer float
around
in the area or vicinity; "a few spectators standing about"; "hanging around
astound
affect with wonder; "Your ability to speak six languages amazes me!"
ground
the solid part of the earth's surface; "the plane turned away from the sea and moved back over land

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Frequently asked questions

What rhymes with hound?
Words that rhyme with hound include: around, abound, ground, aground, astound, compound, confound, bound, browned, crowned, and 76 more.
How many syllables does hound have?
Hound has 1 syllable.
How many words rhyme with hound?
There are 86 words that rhyme with hound: 86 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for hound in a song?
The strongest rhymes for hound in songwriting are around, abound, ground. 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 hound?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with hound include around, abound, ground, aground, astound. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: ground, bound; 1-syllable: around, abound; 2-syllable: ultrasound, renowned. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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