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16+ Words that rhyme with hours

Hours is a 1-syllable word with 16 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are scours, ours, devours. 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 hours

noun
  1. a period of time assigned for work; "they work long hours"
  2. an indefinite period of time; "they talked for hours"

1 syllable

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Examples of "hours" in lyrics

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

  • "hours"
    A+ — Enter Hempstead
  • "Looks like he is been dead approximately 2 hours"
    Above the Law f/ MC Ren — Killaz in the Park
  • "You listened to me brag about my issues for hours"
    Aesop Rock — 1 of 4 (Thank You)

What do these rhymes mean?

scours
diarrhea in livestock

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Frequently asked questions

What rhymes with hours?
Words that rhyme with hours include: scours, ours, devours, clowers, cowers, flours, empowers, bauers, cornflowers, cauliflowers, and 6 more.
How many syllables does hours have?
Hours has 1 syllable.
How many words rhyme with hours?
There are 16 words that rhyme with hours: 16 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for hours in a song?
The strongest rhymes for hours in songwriting are scours, ours, devours. 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 hours?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with hours include scours, ours, devours, clowers, cowers. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: scours, ours; 1-syllable: devours, clowers; 2-syllable: empowers, cornflowers. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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