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59+ Words that rhyme with ladder

Ladder is a 2-syllable word with 59 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are bladder, adder, madder. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of ladder

noun
  1. steps consisting of two parallel members connected by rungs; for climbing up or down
  2. ascending stages by which somebody or something can progress; "he climbed the career ladder"
  3. a row of unravelled stitches; "she got a run in her stocking"

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Examples of "ladder" in lyrics

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

  • "Hu, what does it matter well if you picked the ladder"
    The 49ers — Karma
  • "Donadale blueberry dro, got 50 Twin higher than a ladder"
    50/50 Twin f/ Lil' Keke — Cash Stackas
  • "So save it, the chatter, while climbing Assassin's ladder"
    60 Second Assassin f/ Planet Asia — The Throne

What do these rhymes mean?

adder
a person who adds numbers a machine that adds numbers small terrestrial viper common in northern Eurasia
are
a unit of surface area equal to 100 square meters
bladder
a distensible membranous sac (usually containing liquid or gas) a bag that fills with air
gathered
brought together in one place; "the collected works of Milton"; "the gathered folds of the skirt"
madder
Eurasian herb having small yellow flowers and red roots formerly an important source of the dye alizarin color a

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "ladder" 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 ladder?
Words that rhyme with ladder include: bladder, adder, madder, are, gathered, gallbladder, baker, caper, cater, satyr, and 49 more.
How many syllables does ladder have?
Ladder has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with ladder?
There are 59 words that rhyme with ladder: 59 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for ladder in a song?
The strongest rhymes for ladder in songwriting are bladder, adder, madder. 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 ladder?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with ladder include bladder, adder, madder, are, gathered. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: are; 1-syllable: bladder, adder; 2-syllable: gathered, gallbladder. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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