74+ Words that rhyme with mention

Mention is a 2-syllable word with 74 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are attention, detention, tension. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of mention

noun
  1. a remark that calls attention to something or someone; "she made frequent mention of her promotion"; "there was no mention of it"; "the speaker made several references to his wife"
  2. a short note recognizing a source of information or of a quoted passage; "the student's essay failed to list several important citations"; "the acknowledgments are usually printed at the front of a book"; "the article includes mention of similar clinical cases"
  3. an official recognition of merit; "although he didn't win the prize he did get special mention"

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Examples of "mention" in lyrics

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

  • "In case I didn't mention"
    12 O'Clock w/ Raekwon the Chef — Nasty Immigrants *
  • "Clothes on the counter, yo, I forgot to mention"
    Above the Law f/ Snow — Dose of the Mega Flex
  • "did I forget to mention"
    Aceyalone — Anywhere You Go

What do these rhymes mean?

attention
the process whereby a person concentrates on some features of the environment to the (relative) exclusion of others the
convention
a large formal assembly; "political convention" something regarded as a normative example
detention
a state of being confined (usually for a short time); "his detention was politically motivated
dimension
the magnitude of something in a particular direction (especially length or width or height) a construct whereby objects
tension
(psychology) a state of mental or emotional strain or suspense; "he suffered from fatigue and emotional tension

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "mention" 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 mention?
Words that rhyme with mention include: attention, detention, tension, convention, dimension, comprehension, ascension, contention, apprehension, extension, and 64 more.
How many syllables does mention have?
Mention has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with mention?
There are 74 words that rhyme with mention: 74 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for mention in a song?
The strongest rhymes for mention in songwriting are attention, detention, tension. 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 mention?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with mention include attention, detention, tension, convention, dimension. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: tension, pension; 1-syllable: attention, detention; 2-syllable: comprehension, apprehension. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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