Words that rhyme with manhattan

Manhattan is a 3-syllable word with 241 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are brighten, asyndeton, australopithecine. This word appears in songs across our database, making it a versatile choice for songwriters and poets.

Definition of manhattan

noun
  1. one of the five boroughs of New York City
  2. a cocktail made with whiskey and sweet vermouth with a dash of bitters

6 syllables

Examples of "manhattan" in lyrics

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

  • "Whole Strong Island, the east coast, Bronx, Queens, Manhattan"
    A+ — Enter Hempstead
  • "Born in the Bronx, raised in Manhattan"
    Akbar — Hot Ya Hot
  • "Our have to get it like Osama Bin Laden walking the streets of Manhattan"
    Ali — I Got This

What do these rhymes mean?

asyndeton
the omission of conjunctions where they would normally be used
australopithecine
of or belonging to the hominid genus Australopithecus any of several extinct humanlike bipedal primates with relatively
automaton
someone who acts or responds in a mechanical or apathetic way
begotten
(of offspring) generated by procreation; "naturally begotten child"
brighten
make lighter or brighter; "The paint will brighten the room" become clear; "The sky cleared after the storm"

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "manhattan" has 3 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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