37+ Words that rhyme with ottawa

Ottawa is a 3-syllable word with 37 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are ha, ka, la. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of ottawa

noun
  1. a member of the Algonquian people of southern Ontario
  2. a river in southeastern Canada that flows along the boundary between Quebec and Ontario to the Saint Lawrence River near Montreal
  3. the capital of Canada (located in southeastern Ontario across the Ottawa river from Quebec)

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Examples of "ottawa" in lyrics

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

  • "aerographics ottawa"
    AOL — AOL
  • "what type of degree did jeopardy host alex trebek earn at the university of ottawa"
    AOL — AOL
  • "what type of degree did alex trebek earn at the university of ottawa"
    AOL — AOL

What do these rhymes mean?

ha
(astronomy) the angular distance of a celestial point measured westward along the celestial equator from the zenith
ka
unknown god; an epithet of Prajapati and Brahma
la
a white soft metallic element that tarnishes readily
ma
informal terms for a mother a master's degree in arts and sciences one thousandth of an ampere a state in New England
pa
an informal term for a father; probably derived from baby talk a short-lived radioactive metallic element formed from

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "ottawa" 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 ottawa?
Words that rhyme with ottawa include: ha, ka, la, ma, pa, ta, bra, spa, blah, shah, and 27 more.
How many syllables does ottawa have?
Ottawa has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with ottawa?
There are 37 words that rhyme with ottawa: 37 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for ottawa in a song?
The strongest rhymes for ottawa in songwriting are ha, ka, la. 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 ottawa?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with ottawa include ha, ka, la, ma, pa. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: ha, ka; 1-syllable: pasha, artois; 2-syllable: baccarat, chippewa. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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