252+ Words that rhyme with listen

Listen is a 2-syllable word with 252 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are glisten, christen, grison. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of listen

verb
  1. hear with intention; "Listen to the sound of this cello"
  2. listen and pay attention; "Listen to your father"; "We must hear the expert before we make a decision"
  3. pay close attention to; give heed to; "Heed the advice of the old men"

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Examples of "listen" in lyrics

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

  • "Hear me? Listen, yo, listen"
    1.4.0. Productions f/ Clocka, Lighter Shade, Othorized F.A.M. — New York
  • "Your homegirls hollered, but you wouldn't listen"
    2nd II None f/ DJ Quik, AMG, Hi-C, Playa Hamm — Got A Nu Woman
  • "Not righteous, but might just, make you wanna listen"
    3rd Bass — Wordz of Wizdom

What do these rhymes mean?

basin
a bowl-shaped vessel; usually used for holding food or liquids
chasten
censure severely; "She chastised him for his insensitive remarks" restrain correct by punishment or discipline
christen
administer baptism to; "The parents had the child baptized"
glisten
the quality of shining with a bright reflected light be shiny, as if wet; "His eyes were glistening"
grison
carnivore of Central America and South America resembling a weasel with a greyish-white back and dark underparts

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "listen" 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 listen?
Words that rhyme with listen include: glisten, christen, grison, basin, chasten, coarsen, assassin, delicatessen, an, arson, and 242 more.
How many syllables does listen have?
Listen has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with listen?
There are 252 words that rhyme with listen: 252 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for listen in a song?
The strongest rhymes for listen in songwriting are glisten, christen, grison. 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 listen?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with listen include glisten, christen, grison, basin, chasten. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: an; 1-syllable: glisten, christen; 2-syllable: assassin, anderson. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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