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Words That Rhyme With “Lead” — 20 Rhyming Words

To show someone where to go, or to be in charge of a group or activity.

IPA: /liːd/Stress: O

How to Pronounce Lead

IPA: /liːd/

Rhymes with 'seed' and 'feed': /liːd/. Single stressed syllable. Different from lead (metal) /lɛd/.

Common Mispronunciation of Lead

Do not pronounce like 'led' (the metal); keep the long 'ee' sound.

Top Perfect Rhymes for Lead — Words With Definitions

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dead

/dɛd/
adj A2

Not living; a person or animal that has stopped breathing and functioning.

Example: The tree has been dead for two years.

head

/hɛd/
noun A1

The top part of your body where your brain, face, and senses are located.

Example: She bumped her head on the door frame.

read

/riːd/
verb A1

To look at written words or text and understand what they say.

Example: She reads a book every evening before bed.

red

/ɹɛd/
adj A1

The color between orange and purple, like blood or fire.

Example: The red car is parked near the store.

ahead

/əˈhɛd/
adv A2

Forward in position or earlier in time than expected.

Example: The runner in first place is far ahead of the others.

bed

/bɛd/
noun A1

Furniture you sleep on at night; has a mattress, pillows, and sheets.

Example: I sleep in my bed for eight hours every night.

bread

/brɛd/
noun A1

A food made from flour and water that is baked in an oven.

Example: I buy fresh bread from the bakery every morning.

All Perfect Rhymes for Lead

1-Syllable Words That Rhyme With Lead

2-Syllable Words That Rhyme With Lead

Lead in Example Sentences

  • The teacher led the students to the museum.
  • She leads the marketing team in our company.
  • This investigation led to the discovery of new evidence.

Frequently Asked Questions About Rhymes for Lead

What words rhyme with “lead”?

The list above shows available perfect and near rhymes from the rhyme database.

Can I use lead for rap lyrics or poems?

Yes. Use perfect rhymes for stronger end-rhyme and near rhymes for more flexible songwriting.

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