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160+ Words that rhyme with real

Real is a 1-syllable word with 160 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are deal, meal, appeal. 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 real

adverb
  1. used as intensifiers; `real' is sometimes used informally for `really'; `rattling' is informal; "she was very gifted"; "he played very well"; "a really enjoyable evening"; "I'm real sorry about it"; "a rattling good yarn"
adjective
  1. being or occurring in fact or actuality; having verified existence; not illusory; "real objects"; "real people; not ghosts"; "a film based on real life"; "a real illness"; "real humility"; "Life is real! Life is earnest!"- Longfellow
  2. no less than what is stated; worthy of the name; "the real reason"; "real war"; "a real friend"; "a real woman"; "meat and potatoes--I call that a real meal"; "it's time he had a real job"; "it's no penny-ante job--he's making real money"

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Examples of "real" in lyrics

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

  • "Unnecessary, that I unleash the real"
    (11/5 f/) Taydatay — Roll 'Em Up [Edit]
  • "Splurge before the deal, defition of real"
    1.4.0. Productions f/ Othorized F.A.M. — Staten Islanders
  • "Before they cop a tail, let's keep it real"
    1.4.0. Productions f/ Crunch Lo, Lace — Exclusive Darts

What do these rhymes mean?

appeal
earnest or urgent request; "an entreaty to stop the fighting"; "an appeal for help
deal
a particular instance of buying or selling; "it was a package deal"; "I had no further trade with him
heal
heal or recover; "My broken leg is mending" get healthy again
meal
the food served and eaten at one time any of the occasions for eating food that occur by custom or habit at more or
steal
an advantageous purchase; "she got a bargain at the auction"; "the stock was a real buy at that price" a stolen base

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Frequently asked questions

What rhymes with real?
Words that rhyme with real include: deal, meal, appeal, steal, heal, squeal, reveal, seal, ordeal, conceal, and 150 more.
How many syllables does real have?
Real has 1 syllable.
How many words rhyme with real?
There are 160 words that rhyme with real: 160 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for real in a song?
The strongest rhymes for real in songwriting are deal, meal, appeal. 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 real?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with real include deal, meal, appeal, steal, heal. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: deal, meal; 1-syllable: appeal, reveal; 2-syllable: emile, abele. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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