Dictionary-enhanced rhyme guide
Words That Rhyme With “Bad” — 20 Rhyming Words
Not good; having negative qualities or causing harm or unhappiness.
How to Pronounce Bad
IPA: /bæd/
One syllable with short "a" vowel, like in "cat" or "hat". The final "d" is soft and voiced.
Common Mispronunciation of Bad
Sometimes lengthened to "baad" with a longer vowel; /æ/ should be short and clipped like in "bat".
Top Perfect Rhymes for Bad — Words With Definitions
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sad
/sæd/Feeling unhappy or upset about something that happened.
Example: She felt sad when her friend moved away.
add
/æd/To join one thing to another so you have more in total.
Example: Add salt to the soup.
dad
/dæd/Your father, your parent who is a man.
Example: My dad helps me with homework.
fad
/fæd/Something that becomes very popular for a short time, then goes away. Everyone likes it for a while, but then it's forgotten. A temporary trend.
Example: The keto diet was a fad that dominated health discussions for several years.
glad
/ɡlæd/Feeling happy or pleased about something.
Example: I'm glad you're here.
All Perfect Rhymes for Bad
1-Syllable Words That Rhyme With Bad
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Bad in Example Sentences
- That apple tastes bad because it is old.
- He felt bad about missing his friend's birthday party.
- Bad weather conditions forced the airport to cancel multiple flights.
Frequently Asked Questions About Rhymes for Bad
What words rhyme with “bad”?
The list above shows available perfect and near rhymes from the rhyme database.
Can I use bad for rap lyrics or poems?
Yes. Use perfect rhymes for stronger end-rhyme and near rhymes for more flexible songwriting.