129+ Words that rhyme with cat

Cat is a 1-syllable word with 129 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are at, flat, slat. Single-syllable words are the backbone of rap and poetry — they punch hard at line endings and pair easily with other one-syllable rhymes.

Definition of cat

noun
  1. feline mammal usually having thick soft fur and no ability to roar: domestic cats; wildcats
  2. an informal term for a youth or man; "a nice guy"; "the guy's only doing it for some doll"
  3. a spiteful woman gossip; "what a cat she is!"

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Examples of "cat" in lyrics

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

  • "Bring in the dog and put out the cat"
    2 Live Crew — Yakety Yak
  • "Why must the dogg chase the cat?"
    2nd II None — Stragglaz
  • "Stick yo fingers, in yo cat"
    5th Ward Boyz f/ Willie D (of Geto Boys) — PWA

What do these rhymes mean?

at
a highly unstable radioactive element (the heaviest of the halogen series)
flat
with flat sails; "sail flat against the wind" in a forthright manner; candidly or frankly; "he didn't answer directly
slat
a thin strip (wood or metal) equip or bar with slats; "Slat the windows" close the slats of (windows)
spat
a quarrel about petty points a cloth covering (a legging) that covers the instep and ankles a young oyster or other
splat
a single splash; "he heard a splat as it hit the floor" a slat of wood in the middle of the back of a straight chair

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Frequently asked questions

What rhymes with cat?
Words that rhyme with cat include: at, flat, slat, spat, splat, lat, sprat, scat, brat, combat, and 119 more.
How many syllables does cat have?
Cat has 1 syllable.
How many words rhyme with cat?
There are 129 words that rhyme with cat: 129 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for cat in a song?
The strongest rhymes for cat in songwriting are at, flat, slat. 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 cat?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with cat include at, flat, slat, spat, splat. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: at, flat; 1-syllable: combat, nonfat; 2-syllable: gujarat, copycat. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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