129+ Words that rhyme with second

Second is a 2-syllable word with 129 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are beckon, liken, oaken. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of second

adverb
  1. in the second place; "second, we must consider the economy"
adjective
  1. coming next after the first in position in space or time or degree or magnitude
  2. a part or voice or instrument or orchestra section lower in pitch than or subordinate to the first; "second flute"; "the second violins"

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Examples of "second" in lyrics

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

  • "Ay, supermodel, lemme holla at you for a second..."
    2 Pistols f/ Tay Dizm, T-Pain — She Got It
  • "Excuse moi, let me talk to you for a second"
    2 Pistols f/ Tay Dizm, T-Pain — She Got It
  • "You keep minutes, I'll let you get second"
    3rd Bass — Oval Office

What do these rhymes mean?

beckon
signal with the hands or nod; "She waved to her friends"; "He waved his hand hospitably" appear inviting
liken
consider or describe as similar, equal, or analogous; "We can compare the Han dynasty to the Romans
oaken
consisting of or made of wood of the oak tree; "a solid oak table"; "the old oaken bucket"
paean
a formal expression of praise (ancient Greece) a hymn of praise (especially one sung in ancient Greece to invoke or
pekan
large dark brown North American arboreal carnivorous mammal

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "second" 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 second?
Words that rhyme with second include: beckon, liken, oaken, paean, pekan, taken, token, waken, andean, awaken, and 119 more.
How many syllables does second have?
Second has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with second?
There are 129 words that rhyme with second: 129 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for second in a song?
The strongest rhymes for second in songwriting are beckon, liken, oaken. 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 second?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with second include beckon, liken, oaken, paean, pekan. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: paean, can; 1-syllable: beckon, liken; 2-syllable: awaken, betoken. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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