42+ Words that rhyme with delaying

Delaying is a 2-syllable word with 42 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are slaying, spraying, haying. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

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Examples of "delaying" in lyrics

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

  • "Anybody Killa so it ain't no delaying"
    Anybody Killa f/ Jamie Madrox — Come Out and Play
  • "Whatever kid- sayers get down with no delaying"
    Camp Lo featuring Ish (aka Butterfly) — Swing
  • "What we was saying, reorganize with no delaying!"
    Soul Kid Klik f/ Skinslaya — Desperate Times (Remix)

What do these rhymes mean?

haying
the harvesting of hay the season for cutting and drying and storing grass as fodder
laying
the production of eggs (especially in birds)
paying
yielding a fair profit for which money is paid; "a paying job"; "remunerative work"; "salaried employment
slaying
unlawful premeditated killing of a human being by a human being
spraying
the dispersion of fungicides or insecticides or fertilizer on growing crops (often from a low-flying aircraft) a

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "delaying" 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 delaying?
Words that rhyme with delaying include: slaying, spraying, haying, laying, paying, saying, playing, weighing, straying, buffeting, and 32 more.
How many syllables does delaying have?
Delaying has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with delaying?
There are 42 words that rhyme with delaying: 42 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for delaying in a song?
The strongest rhymes for delaying in songwriting are slaying, spraying, haying. 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 delaying?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with delaying include slaying, spraying, haying, laying, paying. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: slaying, spraying; 1-syllable: weighing, conveying; 2-syllable: buffeting, crocheting. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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