10+ Words that rhyme with ourselves
Ourselves is a 3-syllable word with 10 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are elves, bookshelves, selves. This word appears in songs across our database, making it a versatile choice for songwriters and poets.
3 syllables
4 syllables
Examples of "ourselves" in lyrics
See how ourselves is used at the end of a line in songs:
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"Break out the Dom 'cause we owe it to ourselves"
2 Live Crew — Coolin' -
"When we'd rather be supporting ourselves"
Aesop Rock — 9-5ers Anthem -
"But we'd rather be supporting ourselves"
Aesop Rock — 9-5ers Anthem
What do these rhymes mean?
- elves
- an acronym for emissions of light and very low frequency perturbations due to electromagnetic pulse sources
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Rhyming tips for songwriters
When using "ourselves" in your lyrics, consider mixing perfect rhymes with near rhymes (slant rhymes) for a more natural flow. Perfect rhymes like elves, bookshelves, selves create a satisfying resolution, while slant rhymes add variety and keep listeners engaged.
Since "ourselves" 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.