Words that rhyme with wail

Wail is a 1-syllable word with 132 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are ail, ale, assail. This word appears in songs across our database, making it a versatile choice for songwriters and poets.

Definition of wail

noun
  1. a cry of sorrow and grief; "their pitiful laments could be heard throughout the ward"
verb
  1. emit long loud cries; "wail in self-pity"; "howl with sorrow"
  2. cry weakly or softly; "she wailed with pain"

Examples of "wail" in lyrics

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

  • "Things I can try to make you move on the wail"
    (Da) Bush Babees f/ Mos Def — The Love Song
  • "Assailing and battering all hail or you'll wail"
    June Marx f/ Lone Ninja — Language Artillery
  • "They'll succumb on your trail you wail"
    Lone Ninja — Feudal Japan

What do these rhymes mean?

ail
aromatic bulb used as seasoning be ill or unwell cause bodily suffering to and make sick or indisposed
ale
a general name for beer made with a top fermenting yeast
assail
attack someone physically or emotionally; "The mugger assaulted the woman
avail
a means of serving; "of no avail"; "there's no help for it" use to one's advantage
betrayal
an act of deliberate betrayal the quality of aiding an enemy

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

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