Words that rhyme with ates

Ates is a 2-syllable word with 251 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are primates, rates, straits. This word appears in songs across our database, making it a versatile choice for songwriters and poets.

Examples of "ates" in lyrics

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

  • "henry louis ates"
    AOL — AOL
  • "bios up ates"
    AOL — AOL

What do these rhymes mean?

hippocrates
medical practitioner who is regarded as the father of medicine; author of the Hippocratic oath (circa 460-377 BC)
mithridates
ancient king of Pontus who expanded his kingdom by defeating the Romans but was later driven out by Pompey (132-63 BC)
primates
an animal order including lemurs and tarsiers and monkeys and apes and human beings
rates
a local tax on property (usually used in the plural)
straits
a bad or difficult situation or state of affairs a difficult juncture; "a pretty pass

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "ates" 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.

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