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153+ Words that rhyme with lincoln

Lincoln is a 2-syllable word with 153 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are bacon, balkan, african. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of lincoln

noun
  1. 16th President of the United States; saved the Union during the American Civil War and emancipated the slaves; was assassinated by Booth (1809-1865)
  2. capital of the state of Nebraska; located in southeastern Nebraska; site of the University of Nebraska
  3. long-wooled mutton sheep originally from Lincolnshire

1 syllable

2 syllables

Examples of "lincoln" in lyrics

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

  • "No it will not help you shove your Lincoln"
    Aesop Rock — Coma
  • "I stare without blinking, is that you stepping out the black Lincoln?"
    Babyface Fensta f/ Buddha Monk, Dee, Lee-Major, Mr. Tibbs — Love ta Love Ya
  • "Broke as hell in a Lincoln"
    Binary Star — Masters of the Universe

What do these rhymes mean?

african
of or relating to the nations of Africa or their peoples; "African languages" a native or inhabitant of Africa
alaskan
relating to or characteristic of the state or people of Alaska a native or resident of Alaska
bacon
back and sides of a hog salted and dried or smoked
balkan
an inhabitant of the Balkan Peninsula
drunken
given to or marked by the consumption of alcohol; "a bibulous fellow"; "a bibulous evening

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "lincoln" 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 lincoln?
Words that rhyme with lincoln include: bacon, balkan, african, alaskan, drunken, american, anglican, copernican, can, andean, and 143 more.
How many syllables does lincoln have?
Lincoln has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with lincoln?
There are 153 words that rhyme with lincoln: 153 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for lincoln in a song?
The strongest rhymes for lincoln in songwriting are bacon, balkan, african. 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 lincoln?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with lincoln include bacon, balkan, african, alaskan, drunken. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: can, eon; 1-syllable: bacon, balkan; 2-syllable: african, alaskan. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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