70+ Words that rhyme with flies

Flies is a 1-syllable word with 70 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are allies, rise, 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.

Definition of flies

noun
  1. (theater) the space over the stage (out of view of the audience) used to store scenery (drop curtains)

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Examples of "flies" in lyrics

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

  • "Weighing against money, on a balance scale, time flies"
    7L & Esoteric f/ Rise — Grace of Gods
  • "I mark it on the bullseye, of flies"
    Aceyalone — The Guidelines
  • "City lights look like bright groups of fire flies"
    Aesop Rock f/ C-Rayz Walz — Bent Life

What do these rhymes mean?

allies
the alliance of nations that fought the Axis in World War II and which (with subsequent additions) signed the charter
arise
come into existence; take on form or shape; "A new religious movement originated in that country
guise
an artful or simulated semblance; "under the guise of friendship he betrayed them"
rise
a growth in strength or number or importance the act of changing location in an upward direction an upward slope or
size
(used in combination) sized; "the economy-size package

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Frequently asked questions

What rhymes with flies?
Words that rhyme with flies include: allies, rise, size, arise, guise, prize, advise, apprise, baptize, chastise, and 60 more.
How many syllables does flies have?
Flies has 1 syllable.
How many words rhyme with flies?
There are 70 words that rhyme with flies: 70 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for flies in a song?
The strongest rhymes for flies in songwriting are allies, rise, 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 flies?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with flies include allies, rise, size, arise, guise. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: rise, size; 1-syllable: allies, arise; 2-syllable: oversize, improvise. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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