252+ Words that rhyme with delay

Delay is a 2-syllable word with 252 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are play, allay, cabriolet. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of delay

noun
  1. time during which some action is awaited; "instant replay caused too long a delay"; "he ordered a hold in the action"
  2. the act of delaying; inactivity resulting in something being put off until a later time
verb
  1. cause to be slowed down or delayed; "Traffic was delayed by the bad weather"; "she delayed the work that she didn't want to perform"

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Examples of "delay" in lyrics

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

  • "Greg Nice is on the mic with no delay"
    3rd Bass f/ Nice and Smooth — Microphone Techniques
  • "DJ Daryl's with me with no delay"
    415 — 41Fivin
  • "with a 90 percent delay.. delay.."
    Analog Brothers — Analog Technics

What do these rhymes mean?

allay
lessen the intensity of or calm; "The news eased my conscience"; "still the fears" satisfy (thirst)
cabriolet
small two-wheeled horse-drawn carriage; with two seats and a folding hood
chalet
a Swiss house with a sloping roof and wide eaves or a house built in this style
play
a dramatic work intended for performance by actors on a stage
replay
something (especially a game) that is played again the immediate rebroadcast of some action (especially sports action)

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "delay" 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 delay?
Words that rhyme with delay include: play, allay, cabriolet, chalet, replay, lay, bay, day, away, bray, and 242 more.
How many syllables does delay have?
Delay has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with delay?
There are 252 words that rhyme with delay: 252 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for delay in a song?
The strongest rhymes for delay in songwriting are play, allay, cabriolet. 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 delay?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with delay include play, allay, cabriolet, chalet, replay. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: play, lay; 1-syllable: allay, chalet; 2-syllable: cabriolet, cabaret. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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