Words that rhyme with linger
Linger is a 2-syllable word with 61 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are are, cheesemonger, clangour. This word appears in songs across our database, making it a versatile choice for songwriters and poets.
Definition of linger
- verb
- remain present although waning or gradually dying; "Her perfume lingered on"
- be about; "The high school students like to loiter in the Central Square"; "Who is this man that is hanging around the department?"
- leave slowly and hesitantly
1 syllable
2 syllables
3 syllables
Examples of "linger" in lyrics
See how linger is used at the end of a line in songs:
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"Where my vocals stinging even linger"
Blackalicious — Aural Pleasure -
"The drain board they would linger"
Bobby Jimmy and the Critters — Roaches -
"Smoke from my microphone still linger"
Boo-Yaa T.R.I.B.E. — Rated R
What do these rhymes mean?
- are
- a unit of surface area equal to 100 square meters
- cheesemonger
- someone who sells cheese
- clangour
- a loud resonant repeating noise; "he could hear the clang of distant bells" make a loud resonant noise
- conga
- music composed for dancing the conga a Latin American dance of 3 steps and a kick by people in single file dance the
- conger
- large dark-colored scaleless marine eel found in temperate and tropical coastal waters; some used for food
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Rhyming tips for songwriters
When using "linger" in your lyrics, consider mixing perfect rhymes with near rhymes (slant rhymes) for a more natural flow. Perfect rhymes like are, cheesemonger, clangour create a satisfying resolution, while slant rhymes add variety and keep listeners engaged.
Since "linger" 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.