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15+ Words that rhyme with asking

Asking is a 2-syllable word with 15 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are masking, walking, crashing. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of asking

noun
  1. the verbal act of requesting

2 syllables

4 syllables

Examples of "asking" in lyrics

See how asking is used at the end of a line in songs:

  • "All audible angels alive asking"
    2Mex — It Will
  • "At the barbeques, buying me a drink without asking"
    Baby Blue Soundcrew f/ Kardinal, Sean Paul, Jully Black — Money Jane
  • "So to the ladies if you're asking"
    BO$$ — Recipe of a Hoe

What do these rhymes mean?

blasting
causing injury or blight; especially affecting with sudden violence or plague or ruin
crashing
informal intensifiers; "what a bally (or blinking) nuisance"; "a bloody fool"; "a crashing bore"; "you flaming idiot"
lacking
inadequate in amount or degree; "a deficient education"; "deficient in common sense"; "lacking in stamina
masking
the act of concealing the existence of something by obstructing the view of it
walking
close enough to be walked to; "walking distance

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

When using "asking" in your lyrics, consider mixing perfect rhymes with near rhymes (slant rhymes) for a more natural flow. Perfect rhymes like masking, walking, crashing create a satisfying resolution, while slant rhymes add variety and keep listeners engaged.

Since "asking" has 2 syllables, try matching it with words of similar length for a balanced meter. Multi-syllable rhymes often sound more sophisticated than single-syllable pairs.

Frequently asked questions

What rhymes with asking?
Words that rhyme with asking include: masking, walking, crashing, lacking, blasting, fasting, lasting, passing, laughing, basking, and 5 more.
How many syllables does asking have?
Asking has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with asking?
There are 15 words that rhyme with asking: 15 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for asking in a song?
The strongest rhymes for asking in songwriting are masking, walking, crashing. These are perfect rhymes that share identical ending sounds, creating a satisfying resolution at line endings. For a more subtle effect, try slant rhymes — they add variety without the predictability of exact rhymes.
What are easy words that rhyme with asking?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with asking include masking, walking, crashing, lacking, blasting. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: masking, walking; 1-syllable: multitasking. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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