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211+ Words that rhyme with tar

Tar is a 1-syllable word with 211 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are are, ar, star. Single-syllable words are the backbone of rap and poetry — they punch hard at line endings and pair easily with other one-syllable rhymes.

Definition of tar

noun
  1. any of various dark heavy viscid substances obtained as a residue
  2. a man who serves as a sailor
verb
  1. coat with tar; "tar the roof"; "tar the roads"

1 syllable

2 syllables

4 syllables

Examples of "tar" in lyrics

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

  • "Twelve deadly bars laid down like hot tar"
    1.4.0. Productions f/ Cheesey Rat, Crunch Lo, Lighter Shade — God Twist
  • "I guess I sense two felt bumps in the tar"
    Aesop Rock — 11:35
  • "You burnin rubber and that squad, disrespectin the tar"
    Beanie Sigel f/ Kurupt — Gangsta Gangsta

What do these rhymes mean?

afar
(old-fashioned) at or from or to a great distance; far; "we traveled afar"; "we could see the ship afar off
ar
a colorless and odorless inert gas; one of the six inert gases
are
a unit of surface area equal to 100 square meters
r
a unit of radiation exposure; the dose of ionizing radiation that will produce 1 electrostatic unit of electricity in 1
star
indicating the most important performer or role; "the leading man"; "prima ballerina"; "prima donna

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Frequently asked questions

What rhymes with tar?
Words that rhyme with tar include: are, ar, star, r, afar, ajar, scar, spar, cigar, bazaar, and 201 more.
How many syllables does tar have?
Tar has 1 syllable.
How many words rhyme with tar?
There are 211 words that rhyme with tar: 211 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for tar in a song?
The strongest rhymes for tar in songwriting are are, ar, star. 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 tar?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with tar include are, ar, star, r, afar. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: are, ar; 1-syllable: afar, ajar; 2-syllable: superstar, avatar. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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