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11+ Words that rhyme with follies

Follies is a 2-syllable word with 11 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are malis, hollies, jollies. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of follies

noun
  1. a revue with elaborate costuming

2 syllables

3 syllables

Examples of "follies" in lyrics

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

  • "I freak hoes, and freak flows, with no follies"
    Anotha Level f/ Ice Cube — Level-N-Service
  • "Hip-Hop policies that demolish ya follies"
    Hieroglyphics (featured: Del the Funky Homosapien) — At the Helm
  • "rockett follies"
    AOL — AOL

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "follies" 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 follies?
Words that rhyme with follies include: malis, hollies, jollies, tamales, volleys, bengalis, trolleys, balis, collies, dollies, and 1 more.
How many syllables does follies have?
Follies has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with follies?
There are 11 words that rhyme with follies: 11 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for follies in a song?
The strongest rhymes for follies in songwriting are malis, hollies, jollies. 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 follies?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with follies include malis, hollies, jollies, tamales, volleys. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: malis, hollies; 1-syllable: tamales, bengalis. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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