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12+ Words that rhyme with pulse

Pulse is a 1-syllable word with 12 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are repulse, convulse, false. Single-syllable words are the backbone of rap and poetry — they punch hard at line endings and pair easily with other one-syllable rhymes.

Definition of pulse

noun
  1. (electronics) a sharp transient wave in the normal electrical state (or a series of such transients); "the pulsations seemed to be coming from a star"
  2. the rhythmic contraction and expansion of the arteries with each beat of the heart; "he could feel the beat of her heart"
  3. the rate at which the heart beats; usually measured to obtain a quick evaluation of a person's health

1 syllable

2 syllables

Examples of "pulse" in lyrics

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

  • "The circuitry's working, electronic pulse"
    Aceyalone — Future Rockers
  • "Then all of a sudden the music changed, and everyone just held their pulse"
    Aceyalone & RJD2 — Solomon Jones
  • "Pardon, cadaver had a legitimate pulse"
    Aesop Rock — Babies with Guns

What do these rhymes mean?

convulse
make someone convulse with laughter; "The comedian convulsed the crowd" be overcome with laughter move or stir about
false
in a disloyal and faithless manner; "he behaved treacherously
hals
Dutch portrait and genre painter who endowed his portraits with vitality and humor (1580?-1666)
impulse
an instinctive motive; "profound religious impulses" a sudden desire
repulse
an instance of driving away or warding off force or drive back; "repel the attacker"; "fight off the onslaught

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Frequently asked questions

What rhymes with pulse?
Words that rhyme with pulse include: repulse, convulse, false, impulse, hals, dulse, valse, waltz, grilse, hulse, and 2 more.
How many syllables does pulse have?
Pulse has 1 syllable.
How many words rhyme with pulse?
There are 12 words that rhyme with pulse: 12 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for pulse in a song?
The strongest rhymes for pulse in songwriting are repulse, convulse, false. 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 pulse?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with pulse include repulse, convulse, false, impulse, hals. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: false, hals; 1-syllable: repulse, convulse. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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