36+ Words that rhyme with takedown

Takedown is a 3-syllable word with 36 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are down, breakdown, shakedown. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of takedown

noun
  1. (amateur wrestling) being brought to the mat from a standing position; "a takedown counts two points"
  2. a crushing remark

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Examples of "takedown" in lyrics

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

  • "There'll be no surrender, no retreat, no takedown"
    Low Profile — We're in This Together
  • "burnout 3 takedown"
    AOL — AOL
  • "nike takedown 111"
    AOL — AOL

What do these rhymes mean?

breakdown
the act of disrupting an established order so it fails to continue
crackdown
severely repressive actions
down
spatially or metaphorically from a higher to a lower level or position; "don't fall down
shakedown
intended to test a new system under operating conditions and to familiarize the operators with the system
town
an urban area with a fixed boundary that is smaller than a city

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "takedown" 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 takedown?
Words that rhyme with takedown include: down, breakdown, shakedown, crackdown, town, comedown, clampdown, countdown, brown, clown, and 26 more.
How many syllables does takedown have?
Takedown has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with takedown?
There are 36 words that rhyme with takedown: 36 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for takedown in a song?
The strongest rhymes for takedown in songwriting are down, breakdown, shakedown. 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 takedown?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with takedown include down, breakdown, shakedown, crackdown, town. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: down, town; 1-syllable: breakdown, crackdown; 2-syllable: shakedown, comedown. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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