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235+ Words that rhyme with kangaroo

Kangaroo is a 3-syllable word with 235 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are peru, ado, boo. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of kangaroo

noun
  1. any of several herbivorous leaping marsupials of Australia and New Guinea having large powerful hind legs and a long thick tail

1 syllable

2 syllables

4 syllables

Examples of "kangaroo" in lyrics

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

  • "To make you bounce funny like a kangaroo"
    BrassMunk — Imagine That
  • "I hop to it like a kangaroo"
    Diamond & The Psychotic Neurotics — I Went For Mine
  • "Then I start strocken like a Chinese Kangaroo"
    Inner City Posse (D-Lyrical and Violent J) * — Violent J's The Mack

What do these rhymes mean?

ado
a rapid active commotion
boo
a cry or noise made to express displeasure or contempt show displeasure, as after a performance or speech
coo
the sound made by a pigeon speak softly or lovingly
cue
an actor's line that immediately precedes and serves as a reminder for some action or speech evidence that helps to
peru
a republic in western South America; achieved independence from Spain in 1821

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "kangaroo" has 3 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 kangaroo?
Words that rhyme with kangaroo include: peru, ado, boo, coo, cue, anew, babu, baku, bleu, blue, and 225 more.
How many syllables does kangaroo have?
Kangaroo has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with kangaroo?
There are 235 words that rhyme with kangaroo: 235 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for kangaroo in a song?
The strongest rhymes for kangaroo in songwriting are peru, ado, boo. 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 kangaroo?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with kangaroo include peru, ado, boo, coo, cue. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: boo, coo; 1-syllable: peru, ado; 2-syllable: overdo, hitherto. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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