Words that rhyme with sultry

Sultry is a 2-syllable word with 4 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are poultry, axletree, deviltry. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of sultry

adjective
  1. sexually exciting or gratifying; "sensual excesses"; "a sultry look"; "a sultry dance"
  2. characterized by oppressive heat and humidity; "the summer was sultry and oppressive"; "the stifling atmosphere"; "the sulfurous atmosphere preceding a thunderstorm"

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2 syllables

3 syllables

Examples of "sultry" in lyrics

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

  • "We get poultry, smooth and sultry"
    Hieroglyphics (Casual, Tajai, Opio, A-Plus) — What the Funk
  • "Savage and sultry"
    Louis Logic — Dust to Dust
  • "Watch the rhyme flip, to the rhythm that's sultry"
    Organized Konfusion — Who Stole My Last Piece of Chicken? (Remix)

What do these rhymes mean?

axletree
a dead axle on a carriage or wagon that has terminal spindles on which the wheels revolve
deviltry
wicked and cruel behavior reckless or malicious behavior that causes discomfort or annoyance in others
paltry
not worth considering; "he considered the prize too paltry for the lives it must cost"; "piffling efforts
poultry
a domesticated gallinaceous bird thought to be descended from the red jungle fowl flesh of chickens or turkeys or ducks

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "sultry" 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 sultry?
Words that rhyme with sultry include: poultry, axletree, deviltry, paltry.
How many syllables does sultry have?
Sultry has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with sultry?
There are 4 words that rhyme with sultry: 4 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for sultry in a song?
The strongest rhymes for sultry in songwriting are poultry, axletree, deviltry. 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 sultry?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with sultry include poultry, axletree, deviltry, paltry. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: poultry, axletree; 1-syllable: deviltry. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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