41+ Words that rhyme with tabu

Tabu is a 2-syllable word with 41 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are hew, hue, mew. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of tabu

adjective
  1. forbidden to profane use especially in South Pacific islands
  2. excluded from use or mention; "forbidden fruit"; "in our house dancing and playing cards were out"; "a taboo subject"
noun
  1. a prejudice (especially in Polynesia and other South Pacific islands) that prohibits the use or mention of something because of its sacred nature

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Examples of "tabu" in lyrics

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

  • "club tabu"
    AOL — AOL
  • "sexo tabu"
    AOL — AOL
  • "piallacci tabu"
    AOL — AOL

What do these rhymes mean?

hew
make or shape as with an axe; "hew out a path in the rock" strike with an axe; cut down, strike; "hew an oak"
hue
the quality of a color as determined by its dominant wavelength take on color or become colored
mew
the sound made by a cat (or any sound resembling this) the common gull of Eurasia and northeastern North America cry
moo
the sound made by a cow or bull make a low noise, characteristic of bovines
new
very recently; "they are newly married"; "newly raised objections"; "a newly arranged hairdo

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "tabu" 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 tabu?
Words that rhyme with tabu include: hew, hue, mew, moo, new, too, two, lieu, peru, redo, and 31 more.
How many syllables does tabu have?
Tabu has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with tabu?
There are 41 words that rhyme with tabu: 41 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for tabu in a song?
The strongest rhymes for tabu in songwriting are hew, hue, mew. 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 tabu?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with tabu include hew, hue, mew, moo, new. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: hew, hue; 1-syllable: peru, redo; 2-syllable: bugaboo, caribou. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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