217+ Words that rhyme with cries

Cries is a 1-syllable word with 217 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are flies, eyes, size. Single-syllable words are the backbone of rap and poetry — they punch hard at line endings and pair easily with other one-syllable rhymes.

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Examples of "cries" in lyrics

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

  • "I'll terrorize your entourage with simple battle cries"
    7L & Esoteric f/ Jawn P, Raydar Ellis — Boston Garden Rap
  • "Tires screech to a halt, the ground cries"
    Aesop Rock f/ C-Rayz Walz — Bent Life
  • "have to see it with your own cries"
    Akon — Mama Africa

What do these rhymes mean?

arise
come into existence; take on form or shape; "A new religious movement originated in that country
eyes
opinion or judgment; "in the eyes of the law"; "I was wrong in her eyes"
flies
(theater) the space over the stage (out of view of the audience) used to store scenery (drop curtains)
size
(used in combination) sized; "the economy-size package
wise
having or prompted by wisdom or discernment; "a wise leader

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Frequently asked questions

What rhymes with cries?
Words that rhyme with cries include: flies, eyes, size, wise, arise, guise, advise, allies, demise, incise, and 207 more.
How many syllables does cries have?
Cries has 1 syllable.
How many words rhyme with cries?
There are 217 words that rhyme with cries: 217 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for cries in a song?
The strongest rhymes for cries in songwriting are flies, eyes, size. 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 cries?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with cries include flies, eyes, size, wise, arise. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: flies, eyes; 1-syllable: arise, advise; 2-syllable: oversize, improvise. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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