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64+ Words that rhyme with sitting

Sitting is a 2-syllable word with 64 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are pitting, knitting, befitting. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of sitting

adjective
  1. (of persons) having the torso erect and legs bent with the body supported on the buttocks; "the seated Madonna"; "the audience remained seated"
  2. not moving and therefore easy to attack; "a sitting target"
noun
  1. (photography) the act of assuming a certain position (as for a photograph or portrait); "he wanted his portrait painted but couldn't spare time for the sitting"

Examples of "sitting" in lyrics

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

  • "The pulses that I'm hitting, the apostles that I'm sitting"
    Tha Beggas — Appleseeds
  • "And not to defend, then there were people sitting"
    Buddha Monk f/ Bash, Preacherman — Livin' in a City
  • "Pit boo sitting"
    C-Bo — How Many

What do these rhymes mean?

befitting
appropriate to; "behavior befitting a father"
knitting
needlework created by interlacing yarn in a series of connected loops using straight eyeless needles or by machine
pitting
the formation of small pits in a surface as a consequence of corrosion
unremitting
uninterrupted in time and indefinitely long continuing; "the ceaseless thunder of surf"; "in constant pain
unwitting
not done with purpose or intent; "an unintended slight"; "an unintentional pun"; "the offense was unintentional

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "sitting" 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 sitting?
Words that rhyme with sitting include: pitting, knitting, befitting, unwitting, unremitting, beating, getting, splitting, bloodletting, transmitting, and 54 more.
How many syllables does sitting have?
Sitting has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with sitting?
There are 64 words that rhyme with sitting: 64 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for sitting in a song?
The strongest rhymes for sitting in songwriting are pitting, knitting, befitting. 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 sitting?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with sitting include pitting, knitting, befitting, unwitting, unremitting. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: pitting, knitting; 1-syllable: befitting, unwitting; 2-syllable: unremitting, pipefitting. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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