46+ Words that rhyme with gates

Gates is a 2-syllable word with 46 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are straits, yeats, rates. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of gates

noun
  1. United States computer entrepreneur whose software company made him the youngest multi-billionaire in the history of the United States (born in 1955)

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Examples of "gates" in lyrics

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

  • "I could never fall off I'm the GHETTO BILL GATES!!"
    504 Boyz (Master P, Curren$y, Krazy, T-Bo, & Magic) — Holla
  • "Said it will be a while for they let him out them gates"
    504 Boyz — Life is Serious
  • "Then penetrate, ya bodies five major gates"
    9th Prince f/ RZA — Tribute to the 5th Brother

What do these rhymes mean?

rates
a local tax on property (usually used in the plural)
straits
a bad or difficult situation or state of affairs a difficult juncture; "a pretty pass
yeats
Irish poet and dramatist (1865-1939)

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "gates" 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 gates?
Words that rhyme with gates include: straits, yeats, rates, plates, states, debates, abates, awaits, creates, estates, and 36 more.
How many syllables does gates have?
Gates has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with gates?
There are 46 words that rhyme with gates: 46 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for gates in a song?
The strongest rhymes for gates in songwriting are straits, yeats, rates. 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 gates?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with gates include straits, yeats, rates, plates, states. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: straits, yeats; 1-syllable: rates, plates; 2-syllable: debates, abates. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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