241+ Words that rhyme with manhattan

Manhattan is a 3-syllable word with 241 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are baton, batten, on. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

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

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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?

baton
a thin tapered rod used by a conductor to lead an orchestra or choir a short stout club used primarily by policemen a
batten
stuffing made of rolls or sheets of cotton wool or synthetic fiber a strip fixed to something to hold it firm furnish
con
in opposition to a proposition, opinion, etc.
on
with a forward motion; "we drove along admiring the view"; "the horse trotted along at a steady pace
wan
(of light) lacking in intensity or brightness; dim or feeble; "the pale light of a half moon"; "a pale sun

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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 baton, batten, on 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.

Frequently asked questions

What rhymes with manhattan?
Words that rhyme with manhattan include: baton, batten, on, con, wan, yon, bonn, conn, john, kahn, and 231 more.
How many syllables does manhattan have?
Manhattan has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with manhattan?
There are 241 words that rhyme with manhattan: 241 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for manhattan in a song?
The strongest rhymes for manhattan in songwriting are baton, batten, on. 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 manhattan?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with manhattan include baton, batten, on, con, wan. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: on, con; 1-syllable: baton, batten; 2-syllable: denouement, laputan. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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