Words That Rhyme with
fan
A hand-held device consisting of concertinaed material, or slats of material, gathered together at one end, that may be opened out into the shape of a sector of a circle and waved back and forth in order to move air towards oneself and cool oneself.
17 rhymes 3 letters

Found 17 Rhymes for Fan

Words that sound similar to fan:

deadpan
span
divan
clanmanpan
quean
caravan
catamaran
harmattan
tran
scan
cyan
guardsman
middleman
shan
panne

5 of these 17 words have its own rhyme network. Click any highlighted word to explore its rhymes. The others are shown for reference.

All Definitions for Fan

Below are all the dictionary definitions of fan:

1A hand-held device consisting of concertinaed material, or slats of material, gathered together at one end, that may be opened out into the shape of a sector of a circle and waved back and forth in order to move air towards oneself and cool oneself.
2An electrical or mechanical device for moving air, used for cooling people, machinery, etc.
3The action of fanning
4Agitation of the air.
5Anything resembling a hand-held fan in shape, e.g., a peacock’s tail.
6An instrument for winnowing grain, by moving which the grain is tossed and agitated, and the chaff is separated and blown away.
7A small vane or sail, used to keep the large sails of a smock mill always in the direction of the wind.
8A section of a tree having a finite number of branches
9To blow air on (something) by means of a fan (hand-held, mechanical or electrical) or otherwise.
10To slap (a behind, especially).
11To move or spread in multiple directions from one point, in the shape of a hand-held fan.
12To dispel by waving a hand-held fan.
13To perform a maneuver that involves flicking the top rear of an old-style gun.
14To invigorate, like flames when fanned.
15To winnow grain.
16To apply (the air brake) many times in rapid succession.
17To strike out.
18To strike out (a batter).
19A person who is fond of something or someone, especially an admirer of a performer or aficionado of a sport.
20A unit of length, equivalent to 0.1 tsun (0.01 chek), or 0.00371475 metres.
21A surname from Mandarin.
22A diminutive of Frances.
23A county of Puyang, Henan, China.
24The station code of Fanling in Hong Kong.
25Initialism of file area network.
26Initialism of free amino nitrogen, amino acids available for yeast metabolism.

Writing Tips

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  • Consider syllable count when matching rhymes for meter.
  • Internal rhymes add complexity without predictable end-rhyme patterns.
Frequently Asked Questions

What words rhyme with fan?

Words like deadpan, span, divan, clan, man rhyme with fan. These words share similar ending sounds and can be used to create rhythm in poetry and songs.

How many rhymes does fan have?

We have identified 17 rhymes for fan in our database. English has many words with similar ending sounds.

Can I use these rhymes in songwriting?

Most rhymes listed here are suitable for songwriting and poetry. Consider syllable count and stress pattern for the best musical fit.

About rhymes for fan

Finding the right rhyme for fan helps poets and songwriters add rhythm, musicality, and memorability to their work. Defined as "A hand-held device consisting of concertinaed material, or slats of material, gathered together at one end, that may be opened out into the shape of a sector of a circle and waved back and forth in order to move air towards oneself and cool oneself.", fan has 17 words that share its ending sound pattern.

Each rhyme carries a slightly different meaning and connotation. Deadpan is the most common rhyme in everyday usage. Span works well in formal or poetic contexts. Divan is often preferred when the context calls for a specific nuance or imagery.

When choosing a rhyme, consider the meaning, formality level, and intended emotional impact. Some rhymes work better in casual songs while others shine in formal poetry. The list above provides the most common and useful rhymes for fan, but always read your line aloud to ensure the chosen word flows naturally and supports your intended message.