42+ Words that rhyme with hates

Hates is a 2-syllable word with 42 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are rates, mates, 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 "hates" in lyrics

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

  • "He never wants to - congradulate, he hates"
    57th Street Rogue Dog Villians f/ Tech N9ne — Millenium Mitch
  • "It's sad he made up all the people he hates"
    Culture VI — Hystschool
  • "born into this life with no escape from playa hates"
    Esham — 30 Birdz

What do these rhymes mean?

gates
United States computer entrepreneur whose software company made him the youngest multi-billionaire in the history of
mates
a pair of people who live together; "a married couple from Chicago"
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 "hates" in your lyrics, consider mixing perfect rhymes with near rhymes (slant rhymes) for a more natural flow. Perfect rhymes like rates, mates, yeats create a satisfying resolution, while slant rhymes add variety and keep listeners engaged.

Since "hates" 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 hates?
Words that rhyme with hates include: rates, mates, yeats, straits, gates, fates, waits, weights, abates, awaits, and 32 more.
How many syllables does hates have?
Hates has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with hates?
There are 42 words that rhyme with hates: 42 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for hates in a song?
The strongest rhymes for hates in songwriting are rates, mates, 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 hates?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with hates include rates, mates, yeats, straits, gates. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: yeats, straits; 1-syllable: rates, mates; 2-syllable: abates, debates. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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