36+ Words that rhyme with besides

Besides is a 3-syllable word with 36 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are ides, asides, tides. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of besides

adverb
  1. making an additional point; anyway; "I don't want to go to a restaurant; besides, we can't afford it"; "she couldn't shelter behind him all the time and in any case he wasn't always with her"
  2. in addition; "he has a Mercedes, too"

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2 syllables

3 syllables

Examples of "besides" in lyrics

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

  • "It's cool and If I don't get rich I'm thankful that I alive besides"
    Bubba Sparxxx f/ Attitude — Warrant
  • "Can't beat you over the head besides"
    LMNO — Souldier
  • "I don't need nothin' besides"
    Ms. Dynamite f/ Keon Bryce — Anyway U Want It

What do these rhymes mean?

ides
in the Roman calendar: the 15th of March or May or July or October or the 13th of any other month

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "besides" has 3 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 besides?
Words that rhyme with besides include: ides, asides, tides, abides, guides, bride's, decides, hides, insides, strides, and 26 more.
How many syllables does besides have?
Besides has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with besides?
There are 36 words that rhyme with besides: 36 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for besides in a song?
The strongest rhymes for besides in songwriting are ides, asides, tides. 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 besides?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with besides include ides, asides, tides, abides, guides. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: ides, tides; 1-syllable: asides, abides. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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