28+ Words that rhyme with retro

Retro is a 2-syllable word with 28 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are metro, au, ago. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of retro

adjective
  1. affecting things past; "retroactive tax increase"; "an ex-post-facto law"; "retro pay"
noun
  1. a fashion reminiscent of the past

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Examples of "retro" in lyrics

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

  • "I'm best when I'm thuggin', check my energy out of the retro"
    Bizzy Bone — All in Together
  • "Queen of the plastic bag, forked tongue and 80's retro"
    Buck 65 — Exes
  • "Retro"
    Chuck D — Free Big Willie

What do these rhymes mean?

ago
in the past; "long ago"; "sixty years ago my grandfather came to the U.S." gone by; or in the past; "two years ago
au
a soft yellow malleable ductile (trivalent and univalent) metallic element
beau
a man who is the lover of a girl or young woman
bow
a knot with two loops and loose ends; used to tie shoelaces a slightly curved piece of resilient wood with taut
metro
an electric railway operating below the surface of the ground (usually in a city)

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "retro" 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.

Frequently asked questions

What rhymes with retro?
Words that rhyme with retro include: metro, au, ago, bow, beau, blow, crow, aglow, below, intro, and 18 more.
How many syllables does retro have?
Retro has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with retro?
There are 28 words that rhyme with retro: 28 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for retro in a song?
The strongest rhymes for retro in songwriting are metro, au, ago. 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 retro?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with retro include metro, au, ago, bow, beau. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: au, bow; 1-syllable: metro, ago; 2-syllable: allegro, cilantro. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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