206+ Words that rhyme with shorten

Shorten is a 2-syllable word with 206 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are quartan, batten, beaten. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of shorten

verb
  1. make shorter than originally intended; reduce or retrench in length or duration; "He shortened his trip due to illness"
  2. reduce in scope while retaining essential elements; "The manuscript must be shortened"
  3. make short or shorter; "shorten the skirt"; "shorten the rope by a few inches"

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Examples of "shorten" in lyrics

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

  • "doubt my lifestyle's important and when I'm broke it starts to shorten"
    X-Raided & Kingpen f/ C-Lim, T-Nutty — Repercussions
  • "wilson magazine springs shorten"
    AOL — AOL

What do these rhymes mean?

batten
stuffing made of rolls or sheets of cotton wool or synthetic fiber a strip fixed to something to hold it firm furnish
beaten
formed or made thin by hammering; "beaten gold" much trodden and worn smooth or bare
breton
a native or inhabitant of Brittany (especially one who speaks the Breton language) a Celtic language of Brittany
briton
characteristic of or associated with the Britons
quartan
occurring every fourth day (especially the fever and weakness of malaria)

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "shorten" 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 shorten?
Words that rhyme with shorten include: quartan, batten, beaten, breton, briton, burton, button, carton, cotton, cretin, and 196 more.
How many syllables does shorten have?
Shorten has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with shorten?
There are 206 words that rhyme with shorten: 206 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for shorten in a song?
The strongest rhymes for shorten in songwriting are quartan, batten, beaten. 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 shorten?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with shorten include quartan, batten, beaten, breton, briton. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: brize; 1-syllable: quartan, batten; 2-syllable: begotten, dishearten. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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