31+ Words that rhyme with handshakes

Handshakes is a 3-syllable word with 31 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are stakes, jakes, brakes. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

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Examples of "handshakes" in lyrics

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

  • "Bound by an idea, skeptical of the handshakes"
    Aesop Rock — The Yes and the Y'all
  • "A secret society just look at our handshakes"
    Apathy — Fear Itself
  • "No fake Kobe Bryant and Shaquille O'Neal types of handshakes"
    Blue Scholars — Still Got Love

What do these rhymes mean?

brakes
a braking device consisting of a combination of interacting parts that work to slow a motor vehicle
jakes
a small outbuilding with a bench having holes through which a user can defecate
stakes
the money risked on a gamble

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "handshakes" has 3 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 handshakes?
Words that rhyme with handshakes include: stakes, jakes, brakes, flakes, quakes, snakes, mistakes, steaks, remakes, makes, and 21 more.
How many syllables does handshakes have?
Handshakes has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with handshakes?
There are 31 words that rhyme with handshakes: 31 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for handshakes in a song?
The strongest rhymes for handshakes in songwriting are stakes, jakes, brakes. 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 handshakes?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with handshakes include stakes, jakes, brakes, flakes, quakes. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: steaks, breaks; 1-syllable: stakes, jakes; 2-syllable: mistakes, remakes. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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