22+ Words that rhyme with original

Original is a 4-syllable word with 22 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are aboriginal, criminal, annul. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of original

adjective
  1. preceding all others in time or being as first made or performed; "the original inhabitants of the Americas"; "the book still has its original binding"; "restored the house to its original condition"; "the original performance of the opera"; "the original cast"; "retracted his original statement"
  2. (of e.g. information) not secondhand or by way of something intermediary; "his work is based on only original, not secondary, sources"
  3. being or productive of something fresh and unusual; or being as first made or thought of; "a truly original approach"; "with original music"; "an original mind"

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Examples of "original" in lyrics

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  • "Taste the flav' of the original"
    3rd Bass — Sons of 3rd Bass
  • "I'm still hungry, plus original"
    7L & Esoteric — Knockout (Victory Lap)
  • "Original"
    Aesop Rock f/ El-P — We're Famous

What do these rhymes mean?

aboriginal
of or pertaining to members of the indigenous people of Australia
annul
declare invalid; "The contract was annulled"; "void a plea" cancel officially; "He revoked the ban on smoking
coronal
flower arrangement consisting of a circular band of foliage or flowers for ornamental purposes
criminal
bringing or deserving severe rebuke or censure; "a criminal waste of talent"; "a deplorable act of violence
urinal
a plumbing fixture (usually attached to the wall) used by men to urinate

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "original" has 4 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 original?
Words that rhyme with original include: aboriginal, criminal, annul, urinal, coronal, veronal, communal, inguinal, marginal, neuronal, and 12 more.
How many syllables does original have?
Original has 4 syllables.
How many words rhyme with original?
There are 22 words that rhyme with original: 22 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for original in a song?
The strongest rhymes for original in songwriting are aboriginal, criminal, annul. 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 original?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with original include aboriginal, criminal, annul, urinal, coronal. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: annul; 1-syllable: criminal, urinal; 2-syllable: delusional, isochronal. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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