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353+ Words that rhyme with underway

Underway is a 3-syllable word with 353 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are de, bay, bey. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of underway

adjective
  1. currently in progress; "there is mischief afoot"; "plans are afoot"; "preparations for the trial are underway"

1 syllable

2 syllables

4 syllables

Examples of "underway" in lyrics

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

  • "uss north carolina underway"
    AOL — AOL
  • "Japan economy minister: 'Radical' reforms underway"
    Reuters — Reuters
  • "Kerala: Sabarimala pilgrimage gets underway"
    IBN Live — IBN Live

What do these rhymes mean?

bay
(used of animals especially a horse) of a moderate reddish-brown color an indentation of a shoreline larger than a cove
bey
(formerly) a title of respect for a man in Turkey or Egypt
cay
a coral reef off the southern coast of Florida
day
time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis; "two days later they left
de
a Mid-Atlantic state; one of the original 13 colonies

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "underway" 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 underway?
Words that rhyme with underway include: de, bay, bey, cay, day, away, brae, bray, cafe, clay, and 343 more.
How many syllables does underway have?
Underway has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with underway?
There are 353 words that rhyme with underway: 353 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for underway in a song?
The strongest rhymes for underway in songwriting are de, bay, bey. 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 underway?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with underway include de, bay, bey, cay, day. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: de, bay; 1-syllable: away, allay; 2-syllable: cabaret, cabernet. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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