45+ Words that rhyme with ishmael

Ishmael is a 2-syllable word with 45 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are jail, bail, bale. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of ishmael

noun
  1. (Old Testament) the son of Abraham who was cast out after the birth of Isaac; considered the forebear of 12 Arabian tribes
  2. a person who is rejected (from society or home)

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Examples of "ishmael" in lyrics

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

  • "Like Columbian fish scale, ask my man Ishmael"
    Diamond D and the Psychotic Neurotics — Best Kept Secret
  • "Red, Pabi, What up? Yeah.. Ishmael"
    Shyheim — When You Come Home
  • "Traveled onto Mecca with Ishmael"
    X-Clan — A.D.A.M.

What do these rhymes mean?

bail
(criminal law) money that must be forfeited by the bondsman if an accused person fails to appear in court for trial
bale
a large bundle bound for storage or transport a city in northwestern Switzerland make into a bale; "bale hay"
fail
fail to do something; leave something undone; "She failed to notice that her child was no longer in his crib
gale
a strong wind moving 45-90 knots; force 7 to 10 on Beaufort scale
jail
a correctional institution used to detain persons who are in the lawful custody of the government (either accused

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "ishmael" 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 ishmael?
Words that rhyme with ishmael include: jail, bail, bale, fail, gale, hail, hale, kale, mail, male, and 35 more.
How many syllables does ishmael have?
Ishmael has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with ishmael?
There are 45 words that rhyme with ishmael: 45 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for ishmael in a song?
The strongest rhymes for ishmael in songwriting are jail, bail, bale. 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 ishmael?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with ishmael include jail, bail, bale, fail, gale. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: jail, bail; 1-syllable: bale, gale; 2-syllable: female, binomial. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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