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28+ Words that rhyme with folks

Folks is a 1-syllable word with 28 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are hoax, coax, ochs. 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 folks

noun
  1. your parents; "he wrote to his folks every day"
  2. people in general (often used in the plural); "they're just country folk"; "folks around here drink moonshine"; "the common people determine the group character and preserve its customs from one generation to the next"

1 syllable

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Examples of "folks" in lyrics

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

  • "Pass me the mic and let me kick it for the old folks"
    2 Low f/ Scarface — Funky Lil Brotha
  • "Before every verse vocals focused on coke folks"
    Esoteric f/ Mic Stylz — Bringing it Back (Esoteric Remix)
  • "this microphone helped to feed my folks"
    Aceyalone f/ P.E.A.C.E. — Microphones

What do these rhymes mean?

coax
a transmission line for high-frequency signals influence or urge by gentle urging, caressing, or flattering
hoax
something intended to deceive; deliberate trickery intended to gain an advantage subject to a playful hoax or joke
ochs
United States newspaper publisher (1858-1935)

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Frequently asked questions

What rhymes with folks?
Words that rhyme with folks include: hoax, coax, ochs, blokes, jokes, yokes, pokes, soaks, evokes, spokes, and 18 more.
How many syllables does folks have?
Folks has 1 syllable.
How many words rhyme with folks?
There are 28 words that rhyme with folks: 28 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for folks in a song?
The strongest rhymes for folks in songwriting are hoax, coax, ochs. 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 folks?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with folks include hoax, coax, ochs, blokes, jokes. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: hoax, coax; 1-syllable: blokes, jokes; 2-syllable: evokes, invokes. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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