129+ Words that rhyme with bates

Bates is a 2-syllable word with 129 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are gates, straits, yeats. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

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Examples of "bates" in lyrics

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

  • "I can go psycho like Norman Bates"
    A.L.T. — Deez Nuts
  • "formulate tapes and tour the states, I can ride with norman bates"
    Army of the Pharaohs — Pull the Pins Out
  • "I gets psycho, killer Norman Bates"
    Brooklyn Zu f/ Ol' Dirty Bastard, Zu Ninjaz — Tribute (Dedication to ODB)

What do these rhymes mean?

gates
United States computer entrepreneur whose software company made him the youngest multi-billionaire in the history of
mates
a pair of people who live together; "a married couple from Chicago"
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
yeats
Irish poet and dramatist (1865-1939)

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "bates" 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 bates?
Words that rhyme with bates include: gates, straits, yeats, rates, mates, primates, debates, awaits, plates, states, and 119 more.
How many syllables does bates have?
Bates has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with bates?
There are 129 words that rhyme with bates: 129 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for bates in a song?
The strongest rhymes for bates in songwriting are gates, straits, yeats. 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 bates?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with bates include gates, straits, yeats, rates, mates. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: straits, yeats; 1-syllable: gates, rates; 2-syllable: primates, debates. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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