18+ Words that rhyme with gasp

Gasp is a 1-syllable word with 18 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are asp, clasp, grasp. 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 gasp

noun
  1. a short labored intake of breath with the mouth open; "she gave a gasp and fainted"
verb
  1. breathe noisily, as when one is exhausted; "The runners reached the finish line, panting heavily"

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Examples of "gasp" in lyrics

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

  • "We so real, when they see us, it's like they pause and gasp"
    Blackalicious f/ KWEEN and Lyrics Born — Give it to Ya
  • "Smoke fumes from the mic might make you gasp"
    45 King f/ Apache, Double J, Lakim Shabazz, — Flavor Unit Assassination Squad
  • "Picture bloodbaths in elevator shafts, have you gasp"
    The Rodentz — You Made a Mistake

What do these rhymes mean?

asp
of southern Europe; similar to but smaller than the adder cobra used by the Pharaohs as a symbol of their power over
clasp
a fastener (as a buckle or hook) that is used to hold two things together the act of grasping
grasp
understanding of the nature or meaning or quality or magnitude of something
handclasp
grasping and shaking a person's hand (as to acknowledge an introduction or to agree on a contract)
rasp
uttering in an irritated tone a coarse file with sharp pointed projections scrape with a rasp utter in a grating voice

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Frequently asked questions

What rhymes with gasp?
Words that rhyme with gasp include: asp, clasp, grasp, rasp, handclasp, cusp, hasp, lisp, wasp, wisp, and 8 more.
How many syllables does gasp have?
Gasp has 1 syllable.
How many words rhyme with gasp?
There are 18 words that rhyme with gasp: 18 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for gasp in a song?
The strongest rhymes for gasp in songwriting are asp, clasp, grasp. 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 gasp?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with gasp include asp, clasp, grasp, rasp, handclasp. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: asp, clasp; 1-syllable: handclasp, unclasp; 2-syllable: galliwasp. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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