16+ Words that rhyme with hyphen

Hyphen is a 2-syllable word with 16 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are siphon, deafen, often. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of hyphen

noun
  1. a punctuation mark (-) used between parts of a compound word or between the syllables of a word when the word is divided at the end of a line of text
verb
  1. divide or connect with a hyphen; "hyphenate these words and names"

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Examples of "hyphen" in lyrics

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

  • "Off Topic, no hyphen"
    Code Poets — Clock Hands & Strapped Wrists
  • "Despite I'm a felon I ingrade my initials on the handle with a hyphen"
    DJ KaySlay & Greg Street f/ Busta Rhymes — Go Off
  • "I strike on you Vikings, slash like a hyphen"
    GZA — Breaker, Breaker

What do these rhymes mean?

deafen
be unbearably loud; "a deafening noise" make or render deaf; "a deafening noise" make soundproof; "deafen a room"
often
many times at short intervals; "we often met over a cup of coffee" frequently or in great quantities
olefin
any unsaturated aliphatic hydrocarbon
orphan
a child who has lost both parents someone or something who lacks support or care or supervision the first line of a
siphon
a tube running from the liquid in a vessel to a lower level outside the vessel so that atmospheric pressure forces the

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "hyphen" 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 hyphen?
Words that rhyme with hyphen include: siphon, deafen, often, olefin, orphan, soften, griffin, griffon, gryphon, roughen, and 6 more.
How many syllables does hyphen have?
Hyphen has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with hyphen?
There are 16 words that rhyme with hyphen: 16 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for hyphen in a song?
The strongest rhymes for hyphen in songwriting are siphon, deafen, often. 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 hyphen?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with hyphen include siphon, deafen, often, olefin, orphan. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: siphon, deafen; 1-syllable: olefin, antiphon; 2-syllable: ibuprofen, bellerophon. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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