89+ Words that rhyme with checkmate

Checkmate is a 2-syllable word with 89 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are hate, plate, skate. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of checkmate

noun
  1. complete victory
  2. a chess move constituting an inescapable and indefensible attack on the opponent's king
verb
  1. place an opponent's king under an attack from which it cannot escape and thus ending the game; "Kasparov checkmated his opponent after only a few moves"

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Examples of "checkmate" in lyrics

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

  • "You think it's a stalemate, but now I'm yellin checkmate"
    Afu-Ra f/ GZA — Bigacts, Littleacts
  • "The Ak keep brothers on checkmate"
    Akinyele — Checkmate
  • "Checkmate"
    Akinyele — Checkmate

What do these rhymes mean?

gate
a movable barrier in a fence or wall a computer circuit with several inputs but only one output that can be activated
hate
the emotion of intense dislike; a feeling of dislike so strong that it demands action dislike intensely
plate
(baseball) base consisting of a rubber slab where the batter stands
relate
make a logical or causal connection; "I cannot connect these two pieces of evidence in my mind
skate
sports equipment that is worn on the feet to enable the wearer to glide along and to be propelled by the alternate

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "checkmate" 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 checkmate?
Words that rhyme with checkmate include: hate, plate, skate, gate, relate, mate, freight, rate, grate, great, and 79 more.
How many syllables does checkmate have?
Checkmate has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with checkmate?
There are 89 words that rhyme with checkmate: 89 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for checkmate in a song?
The strongest rhymes for checkmate in songwriting are hate, plate, skate. 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 checkmate?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with checkmate include hate, plate, skate, gate, relate. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: hate, plate; 1-syllable: relate, sedate; 2-syllable: automate, decimate. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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