77+ Words that rhyme with running

Running is a 2-syllable word with 77 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are coming, becoming, drumming. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of running

adjective
  1. (of fluids) moving or issuing in a stream; "as mountain stream with freely running water"; "hovels without running water"
  2. continually repeated over a period of time; "a running joke among us"
  3. of advancing the ball by running; "the team's running plays worked better than its pass plays"

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Examples of "running" in lyrics

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

  • "Here me coming, chain swing wild when I'm running"
    1.4.0. Productions f/ Shawn Wigs, Toilet — Life's Been Good to Me
  • "Stop the fronting, cops is running"
    Almighty — The Saga Begins
  • "Haven't found the two men reported to have been running"
    Apathy f/ Slaine — Holy Ghost

What do these rhymes mean?

becoming
according with custom or propriety; "her becoming modesty"; "comely behavior
coming
of the relatively near future; "the approaching election"; "this coming Thursday"; "the forthcoming holidays
drumming
the act of playing drums; "he practiced his drumming several hours every day"
plumbing
utility consisting of the pipes and fixtures for the distribution of water or gas in a building and for the disposal of
unbecoming
not in keeping with accepted standards of what is right or proper in polite society; "was buried with indecent haste

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "running" 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 running?
Words that rhyme with running include: coming, becoming, drumming, plumbing, unbecoming, stunning, cunning, forthcoming, numbing, gardening, and 67 more.
How many syllables does running have?
Running has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with running?
There are 77 words that rhyme with running: 77 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for running in a song?
The strongest rhymes for running in songwriting are coming, becoming, drumming. 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 running?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with running include coming, becoming, drumming, plumbing, unbecoming. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: coming, drumming; 1-syllable: becoming, forthcoming; 2-syllable: unbecoming, homecoming. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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