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32+ Words that rhyme with yawning

Yawning is a 2-syllable word with 32 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are awning, morning, fawning. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of yawning

adjective
  1. gaping open as if threatening to engulf someone or something; "the yawning mine shaft"; "a yawning abyss"
  2. with the mouth wide open indicating boredom or sleepiness; "a yawning congregation"
  3. showing lack of attention or boredom; "the yawning congregation"

2 syllables

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Examples of "yawning" in lyrics

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

  • "stomach turner, don't test me creepy crawlers I'm yawning"
    Arsonists — Blaze
  • "stop it the music is boring am yawning"
    Belly — People Change
  • "And I'm, up early in the morning, yawning"
    Boot Camp Clik — Bubblin' Up

What do these rhymes mean?

awning
a canopy made of canvas to shelter people or things from rain or sun
dawning
the first light of day; "we got up before dawn"; "they talked until morning"
fawning
attempting to win favor from influential people by flattery attempting to win favor by flattery
lining
a protective covering that protects an inside surface a piece of cloth that is used as the inside surface of a garment
morning
the time period between dawn and noon

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "yawning" 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 yawning?
Words that rhyme with yawning include: awning, morning, fawning, dawning, lining, tuning, cunning, leaning, meaning, signing, and 22 more.
How many syllables does yawning have?
Yawning has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with yawning?
There are 32 words that rhyme with yawning: 32 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for yawning in a song?
The strongest rhymes for yawning in songwriting are awning, morning, fawning. 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 yawning?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with yawning include awning, morning, fawning, dawning, lining. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: awning, morning; 1-syllable: designing, seasoning; 2-syllable: awakening. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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