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31+ Words that rhyme with target

Target is a 2-syllable word with 31 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are cargo, argot, argo. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of target

noun
  1. a reference point to shoot at; "his arrow hit the mark"
  2. a person who is the aim of an attack (especially a victim of ridicule or exploitation) by some hostile person or influence; "he fell prey to muggers"; "everyone was fair game"; "the target of a manhunt"
  3. the location of the target that is to be hit

1 syllable

2 syllables

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4 syllables

Examples of "target" in lyrics

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

  • "We found the market, hit the target"
    2 Live Crew — Man, Not a Myth
  • "Expert always hit the mark of they target"
    A+ — Enjoy Yourself
  • "And you are my target"
    Aceyalone — Serve & Protect

What do these rhymes mean?

argo
formerly a large constellation in the southern hemisphere between Canis Major and the Southern Cross
argot
a characteristic language of a particular group (as among thieves); "they don't speak our lingo"
cargo
goods carried by a large vehicle
fargo
largest city in North Dakota; located in eastern North Dakota on the Red river
largo
slowly and broadly very slow in tempo and broad in manner (music) a composition or passage that is to be performed in a

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "target" 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 target?
Words that rhyme with target include: cargo, argot, argo, fargo, largo, embargo, supercargo, chicago, at, au, and 21 more.
How many syllables does target have?
Target has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with target?
There are 31 words that rhyme with target: 31 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for target in a song?
The strongest rhymes for target in songwriting are cargo, argot, argo. 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 target?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with target include cargo, argot, argo, fargo, largo. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: at, au; 1-syllable: cargo, argot; 2-syllable: embargo, chicago. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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