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16+ Words that rhyme with longing

Longing is a 2-syllable word with 16 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are belonging, awning, suffix. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of longing

noun
  1. prolonged unfulfilled desire or need

2 syllables

4 syllables

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"
yawning
gaping open as if threatening to engulf someone or something; "the yawning mine shaft

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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 belonging, awning, suffix 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.

Frequently asked questions

What rhymes with longing?
Words that rhyme with longing include: belonging, awning, suffix, hanging, yawning, upbringing, cliffhanging, prolonging, yawing, bonging, and 6 more.
How many syllables does longing have?
Longing has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with longing?
There are 16 words that rhyme with longing: 16 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for longing in a song?
The strongest rhymes for longing in songwriting are belonging, awning, suffix. 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 longing?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with longing include belonging, awning, suffix, hanging, yawning. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: awning, suffix; 1-syllable: belonging, upbringing; 2-syllable: overhanging. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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