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98+ Words that rhyme with metre

Metre is a 1-syllable word with 98 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are beater, cheater, eater. Single-syllable words are the backbone of rap and poetry — they punch hard at line endings and pair easily with other one-syllable rhymes.

Definition of metre

noun
  1. the basic unit of length adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites (approximately 1.094 yards)
  2. (prosody) the accent in a metrical foot of verse
  3. rhythm as given by division into parts of equal duration

1 syllable

2 syllables

3 syllables

Examples of "metre" in lyrics

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

  • "van metre"
    AOL — AOL

What do these rhymes mean?

beater
a worker who rouses wild game from under cover for a hunter an implement for beating
cheater
someone who leads you to believe something that is not true
dieter
a person who diets
eater
someone who consumes food for nourishment any green goods that are good to eat; "these apples are good eaters"
peter
disciple of Jesus and leader of the Apostles

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Frequently asked questions

What rhymes with metre?
Words that rhyme with metre include: beater, cheater, eater, peter, dieter, heater, teeter, demeter, greeter, praetor, and 88 more.
How many syllables does metre have?
Metre has 1 syllable.
How many words rhyme with metre?
There are 98 words that rhyme with metre: 98 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for metre in a song?
The strongest rhymes for metre in songwriting are beater, cheater, eater. 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 metre?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with metre include beater, cheater, eater, peter, dieter. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: litre; 1-syllable: beater, cheater; 2-syllable: demeter, repeater. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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