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57+ Words that rhyme with summertime

Summertime is a 3-syllable word with 57 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are crime, dime, prime. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of summertime

noun
  1. the warmest season of the year; in the northern hemisphere it extends from the summer solstice to the autumnal equinox; "they spent a lazy summer at the shore"

1 syllable

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Examples of "summertime" in lyrics

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

  • "She's my sunshine, Spring, my Summertime"
    American Cream Team — More, More, More
  • "I got'cha rockin' knickerbockers in the summertime,"
    Black Menace f/ Insane, Mr. Terror — Yes Indeed
  • "You wish you was hot as turtlenecks in the summertime"
    Buddha Monk f/ Popa Chief — Down With U

What do these rhymes mean?

crime
(criminal law) an act punishable by law; usually considered an evil act
dime
a United States coin worth one tenth of a dollar street name for a packet of illegal drugs that is sold for ten dollars
grime
the state of being covered with unclean things make soiled, filthy, or dirty
lime
a caustic substance produced by heating limestone a white crystalline oxide used in the production of calcium hydroxide
prime
first in rank or degree; "an architect of premier rank"; "the prime minister" used of the first or originating agent

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "summertime" 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 summertime?
Words that rhyme with summertime include: crime, dime, prime, lime, grime, time, slime, climb, clime, sublime, and 47 more.
How many syllables does summertime have?
Summertime has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with summertime?
There are 57 words that rhyme with summertime: 57 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for summertime in a song?
The strongest rhymes for summertime in songwriting are crime, dime, prime. 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 summertime?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with summertime include crime, dime, prime, lime, grime. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: crime, dime; 1-syllable: sublime, bedtime; 2-syllable: wintertime, onetime. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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