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39+ Words that rhyme with cakes

Cakes is a 2-syllable word with 39 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are brakes, stakes, aix. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

1 syllable

2 syllables

Examples of "cakes" in lyrics

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

  • "Stacking up G's the size of wedding cakes"
    9th Prince f/ Islord — Lyrical Disaster
  • "Diamond rings on the finger of my baby cakes"
    Achozen — Salute/Sacrifice
  • "I need a bakery to cook these cakes"
    Dre Dog (Andre Nickatina) — Soul of a Coke Dealer

What do these rhymes mean?

aix
wood duck and mandarin duck
brakes
a braking device consisting of a combination of interacting parts that work to slow a motor vehicle
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 "cakes" in your lyrics, consider mixing perfect rhymes with near rhymes (slant rhymes) for a more natural flow. Perfect rhymes like brakes, stakes, aix create a satisfying resolution, while slant rhymes add variety and keep listeners engaged.

Since "cakes" 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 cakes?
Words that rhyme with cakes include: brakes, stakes, aix, jakes, sweepstakes, flakes, breaks, shakes, snakes, mistakes, and 29 more.
How many syllables does cakes have?
Cakes has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with cakes?
There are 39 words that rhyme with cakes: 39 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for cakes in a song?
The strongest rhymes for cakes in songwriting are brakes, 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 cakes?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with cakes include brakes, stakes, aix, jakes, sweepstakes. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: aix, breaks; 1-syllable: brakes, stakes; 2-syllable: sweepstakes, mistakes. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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