40+ Words that rhyme with brakes

Brakes is a 2-syllable word with 40 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are jakes, stakes, aix. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of brakes

noun
  1. a braking device consisting of a combination of interacting parts that work to slow a motor vehicle

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Examples of "brakes" in lyrics

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

  • "I'm in the fast lane with no brakes"
    Dre Dog (Andre Nickatina) — Soul of a Coke Dealer
  • "Call me a Mack truck with no brakes"
    Dre Dog (Andre Nickatina) — Birds With No Wings
  • "Cruisin down Franklin, tappin the brakes"
    Apathy f/ Celph Titled, One Two — Me & My Friends (Apathy Remix)

What do these rhymes mean?

aix
wood duck and mandarin duck
jakes
a small outbuilding with a bench having holes through which a user can defecate
stakes
the money risked on a gamble
sweepstakes
a lottery in which the prize consists of the money paid by the participants

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "brakes" 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 brakes?
Words that rhyme with brakes include: jakes, stakes, aix, sweepstakes, flakes, aches, takes, snakes, mistakes, shakes, and 30 more.
How many syllables does brakes have?
Brakes has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with brakes?
There are 40 words that rhyme with brakes: 40 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for brakes in a song?
The strongest rhymes for brakes in songwriting are jakes, stakes, aix. 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 brakes?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with brakes include jakes, stakes, aix, sweepstakes, flakes. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: aix, breaks; 1-syllable: jakes, stakes; 2-syllable: sweepstakes, mistakes. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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