Words that rhyme with petrel

Petrel is a 2-syllable word with 68 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are ancestral, arbitral, austral. This word appears in songs across our database, making it a versatile choice for songwriters and poets.

Definition of petrel

noun
  1. relatively small long-winged tube-nosed bird that flies far from land

Examples of "petrel" in lyrics

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  • "stormy 20petrel"
    AOL — AOL
  • "bermuda petrel"
    AOL — AOL

What do these rhymes mean?

ancestral
inherited or inheritable by established rules (usually legal rules) of descent; "ancestral home"; "ancestral lore
arbitral
relating to or resulting from arbitration; "the arbitral adjustment of the controversy"; "an arbitrational settlement"
austral
of the south or coming from the south; "sailed the austral seas" the basic unit of money in Argentina
behavioural
of or relating to behavior; "behavioral sciences"
cadastral
of or relating to the records of a cadastre

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "petrel" has 2 syllables, try matching it with words of similar length for a balanced meter. Multi-syllable rhymes often sound more sophisticated than single-syllable pairs.

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