Synonyms for Tally
Definition of tally
- noun
- a score in baseball made by a runner touching all four bases safely; "the Yankees scored 3 runs in the bottom of the 9th"; "their first tally came in the 3rd inning"
- a bill for an amount due
- the act of counting; reciting numbers in ascending order; "the counting continued for several hours"
19 synonyms found
Writing tips for "tally"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like add, agree, check can replace "tally" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 19 alternatives available, "tally" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"Tally" in song lyrics
See how tally is used in real songs:
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"No dirt, fools untook your tally"
Buddha Monk f/ C.C.F. Division — Hold Up -
"Gradually we warmed when he chalked up a tally"
The Herd — Full Moon -
"Baby mommy baby daddy, it's addin to the death tally"
Mr. Lif — Looking In...