189+ Words that rhyme with percussion

Percussion is a 3-syllable word with 189 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are discussion, concussion, russian. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of percussion

noun
  1. the act of playing a percussion instrument
  2. the act of exploding a percussion cap
  3. the section of a band or orchestra that plays percussion instruments

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Examples of "percussion" in lyrics

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

  • "Plus I'm feeling me rushing up in your country percussion"
    Blackalicious f/ Lyrics Born, Saul Williams — Release
  • "Beat that devil like you beatin percussion"
    Bolo Gah f/ Jim Kelly — Fasten Them Buttons
  • "And my breath, they keep it rushing, my chest, with deep percussion"
    Brother Ali — Sleepwalker

What do these rhymes mean?

concussion
injury to the brain caused by a blow; usually resulting in loss of consciousness any violent blow
discussion
an extended communication (often interactive) dealing with some particular topic
prussian
of or relating to or characteristic of Prussia or its inhabitants; "Prussian officers
repercussion
a remote or indirect consequence of some action; "his declaration had unforeseen repercussions
russian
of or pertaining to or characteristic of Russia or its people or culture or language

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "percussion" 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 percussion?
Words that rhyme with percussion include: discussion, concussion, russian, prussian, repercussion, motion, promotion, combustion, belorussian, obsession, and 179 more.
How many syllables does percussion have?
Percussion has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with percussion?
There are 189 words that rhyme with percussion: 189 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for percussion in a song?
The strongest rhymes for percussion in songwriting are discussion, concussion, russian. 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 percussion?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with percussion include discussion, concussion, russian, prussian, repercussion. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: russian, prussian; 1-syllable: discussion, concussion; 2-syllable: repercussion, belorussian. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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