322+ Words that rhyme with seventeen

Seventeen is a 3-syllable word with 322 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are canteen, fifteen, preteen. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of seventeen

adjective
  1. being one more than sixteen
noun
  1. the cardinal number that is the sum of sixteen and one

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Examples of "seventeen" in lyrics

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

  • "She was only Seventeen"
    Above the Law f/ Enuff, Kokane — Gorillapimpin'
  • "Hush now growing child living till you're seventeen"
    Anubis5 — Cranberry Gingerale
  • "BACKDRAFT! Engine engine number seventeen"
    Arsonists — Backdraft

What do these rhymes mean?

canteen
a flask for carrying water; used by soldiers or travelers sells food and personal items to personnel at an institution
fifteen
being one more than fourteen the cardinal number that is the sum of fourteen and one
preteen
of or relating to or designed for children between the ages of 9 and 12; "a preteen party
sixteen
being one more than fifteen the cardinal number that is the sum of fifteen and one
umpteen
innumerable but many

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "seventeen" has 3 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 seventeen?
Words that rhyme with seventeen include: canteen, fifteen, preteen, sixteen, umpteen, eighteen, fourteen, gelatine, nineteen, thirteen, and 312 more.
How many syllables does seventeen have?
Seventeen has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with seventeen?
There are 322 words that rhyme with seventeen: 322 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for seventeen in a song?
The strongest rhymes for seventeen in songwriting are canteen, fifteen, preteen. 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 seventeen?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with seventeen include canteen, fifteen, preteen, sixteen, umpteen. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: bean, dean; 1-syllable: canteen, fifteen; 2-syllable: gelatine, nineteen. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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