151+ Words that rhyme with chess

Chess is a 1-syllable word with 151 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are bless, stress, success. 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 chess

noun
  1. weedy annual native to Europe but widely distributed as a weed especially in wheat
  2. a board game for two players who move their 16 pieces according to specific rules; the object is to checkmate the opponent's king

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Examples of "chess" in lyrics

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

  • "In the end you've got your back cause life's a game of chess"
    Alexipharmic — Sun
  • "Ain't that the truth, girl your vision is like chess"
    Dre Dog (Andre Nickatina) & Equipto — Balla Race
  • "A crook and he's crookedly playin chess"
    Apathy f/ Slaine — Holy Ghost

What do these rhymes mean?

bless
give a benediction to; "The dying man blessed his son" confer prosperity or happiness on make the sign of the cross
cress
any of various plants of the family Cruciferae with edible leaves that have a pungent taste pungent leaves of any of
dress
suitable for formal occasions; "formal wear"; "a full- dress uniform
stress
the relative prominence of a syllable or musical note (especially with regard to stress or pitch)
success
an event that accomplishes its intended purpose; "let's call heads a success and tails a failure

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Frequently asked questions

What rhymes with chess?
Words that rhyme with chess include: bless, stress, success, cress, dress, press, tress, progress, s, us, and 141 more.
How many syllables does chess have?
Chess has 1 syllable.
How many words rhyme with chess?
There are 151 words that rhyme with chess: 151 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for chess in a song?
The strongest rhymes for chess in songwriting are bless, stress, success. 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 chess?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with chess include bless, stress, success, cress, dress. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: bless, stress; 1-syllable: success, progress; 2-syllable: convalesce, dispossess. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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