Words that rhyme with refrain

Refrain is a 2-syllable word with 248 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are arraign, abstain, again. This word appears in songs across our database, making it a versatile choice for songwriters and poets.

Definition of refrain

noun
  1. the part of a song where a soloist is joined by a group of singers
verb
  1. resist doing something; "He refrained from hitting him back"; "she could not forbear weeping"
  2. choose not to consume; "I abstain from alcohol"

4 syllables

Examples of "refrain" in lyrics

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

  • "Maybe I, should refrain"
    Aceyalone — Say
  • "Refrain"
    Akinyele f/ Curly — Sha La La
  • "Repeat Refrain"
    A.L.T. and the Lost Civilization — One Little Indian

What do these rhymes mean?

abstain
refrain from voting choose not to consume; "I abstain from alcohol"
again
anew; "she tried again"; "they rehearsed the scene again"
ain
belonging to or on behalf of a specified person (especially yourself); preceded by a possessive; "for your own use
arcane
requiring secret or mysterious knowledge; "the arcane science of dowsing"
arraign
call before a court to answer an indictment accuse of a wrong or an inadequacy

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "refrain" 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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