Words that rhyme with longing

Longing is a 2-syllable word with 16 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are awning, belonging, hanging. This word appears in songs across our database, making it a versatile choice for songwriters and poets.

Definition of longing

noun
  1. prolonged unfulfilled desire or need

Examples of "longing" in lyrics

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

  • "Cooling off the fire of my longing"
    Lauryn Hill — Water
  • "http www. beautinet.com longing"
    AOL — AOL
  • "the invitation it doesn t interest me what you do for a living. i want to know what you ache for and if you dare to dream of meeting your heart s longing.."
    AOL — AOL

What do these rhymes mean?

awning
a canopy made of canvas to shelter people or things from rain or sun
belonging
happiness felt in a secure relationship; "with his classmates he felt a sense of belonging"
hanging
decoration that is hung (as a tapestry) on a wall or over a window
suffix
an affix that is added at the end of the word attach a suffix to; "suffix words"
upbringing
properties acquired during a person's formative years helping someone grow up to be an accepted member of the community

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "longing" 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.

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