43+ Words that rhyme with grates

Grates is a 2-syllable word with 43 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are mates, straits, yeats. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

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Examples of "grates" in lyrics

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

  • "The feever, the ?Rochie?, the Roseland ?Grates?"
    Chubb Rock f/ Kya — Party Right
  • "Have been through the sewer grates"
    Dark Lotus — Corrosion
  • "grill grates"
    AOL — AOL

What do these rhymes mean?

mates
a pair of people who live together; "a married couple from Chicago"
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 "grates" in your lyrics, consider mixing perfect rhymes with near rhymes (slant rhymes) for a more natural flow. Perfect rhymes like mates, straits, yeats create a satisfying resolution, while slant rhymes add variety and keep listeners engaged.

Since "grates" 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 grates?
Words that rhyme with grates include: mates, straits, yeats, plates, greats, traits, ates, aytes, frates, slates, and 33 more.
How many syllables does grates have?
Grates has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with grates?
There are 43 words that rhyme with grates: 43 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for grates in a song?
The strongest rhymes for grates in songwriting are mates, straits, yeats. 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 grates?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with grates include mates, straits, yeats, plates, greats. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: straits, yeats; 1-syllable: mates, plates; 2-syllable: equates, estates. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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