482+ Words that rhyme with betray

Betray is a 2-syllable word with 482 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are portray, astray, tray. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of betray

verb
  1. reveal unintentionally; "Her smile betrayed her true feelings"
  2. deliver to an enemy by treachery; "Judas sold Jesus"; "The spy betrayed his country"
  3. disappoint, prove undependable to; abandon, forsake; "His sense of smell failed him this time"; "His strength finally failed him"; "His children failed him in the crisis"

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Examples of "betray" in lyrics

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

  • "How could you think to betray"
    Diamonique f/ Dirty Bird, Sly Boogy — Da Get Back
  • "PaChino, thou shall never betray"
    Dom PaChino (P.R. Terrorist) f/ Black Fire — My Right Hand
  • "determination I refuse to betray"
    Toby (of Inverse) f/ Deacon the Villain — Sunshine Blues

What do these rhymes mean?

astray
away from the right path or direction; "he was led astray" far from the intended target
cabaret
a spot that is open late at night and that provides entertainment (as singers or dancers) as well as dancing and food
portray
portray in words; "The book portrays the actor as a selfish person" make a portrait of
purvey
supply with provisions
tray
an open receptacle for holding or displaying or serving articles or food

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "betray" 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 betray?
Words that rhyme with betray include: portray, astray, tray, cabaret, purvey, a, ok, bay, day, fay, and 472 more.
How many syllables does betray have?
Betray has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with betray?
There are 482 words that rhyme with betray: 482 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for betray in a song?
The strongest rhymes for betray in songwriting are portray, astray, tray. 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 betray?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with betray include portray, astray, tray, cabaret, purvey. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: tray, a; 1-syllable: portray, astray; 2-syllable: cabaret, disobey. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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