23+ Words that rhyme with choking

Choking is a 2-syllable word with 23 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are smoking, croaking, stroking. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of choking

noun
  1. a condition caused by blocking the airways to the lungs (as with food or swelling of the larynx)
  2. the act of suffocating (someone) by constricting the windpipe; "no evidence that the choking was done by the accused"

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Examples of "choking" in lyrics

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

  • "Cry for freedom, but music's not free, it's choking"
    3rd Bass — Green Eggs and Swine
  • "The night breathes but light's choking"
    Aesop Rock f/ Illogic — One Brick
  • "I'm out of ideas, it feels like I'm choking"
    Buck 65 — Out of Focus

What do these rhymes mean?

croaking
a harsh hoarse utterance (as of a frog)
joking
characterized by jokes and good humor
smoking
emitting smoke in great volume; "a smoking fireplace" the act of smoking tobacco or other substances
soaking
extremely wet; "dripping wet"; "soaking wet" the process of becoming softened and saturated as a consequence of being
stroking
a light touch with the hands

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "choking" 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 choking?
Words that rhyme with choking include: smoking, croaking, stroking, soaking, joking, poking, provoking, cracking, knocking, approaching, and 13 more.
How many syllables does choking have?
Choking has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with choking?
There are 23 words that rhyme with choking: 23 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for choking in a song?
The strongest rhymes for choking in songwriting are smoking, croaking, stroking. 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 choking?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with choking include smoking, croaking, stroking, soaking, joking. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: smoking, croaking; 1-syllable: provoking, approaching; 2-syllable: antismoking. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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