Perfect rhymes share the same vowel sound and consonant(s) following the vowel, as exemplified by “stem,” “hem,” and “them.” Near rhymes, also known as slant or half rhymes, share some, but not all, of these sounds, such as “lem” (with the same vowel sound but a different ending consonant).
Finding words with similar sounds is crucial in various fields. Poetry relies on rhyme to create rhythm and musicality, enhancing the emotional impact and memorability of verses. Songwriting also employs rhyme for similar reasons, contributing to a song’s catchiness and flow. Beyond artistic applications, rhyming words are valuable in language learning for pronunciation practice and vocabulary expansion, and in marketing for crafting memorable slogans.