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29+ Words that rhyme with hoax

Hoax is a 1-syllable word with 29 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are folks, coax, ochs. 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 hoax

noun
  1. something intended to deceive; deliberate trickery intended to gain an advantage
verb
  1. subject to a playful hoax or joke

1 syllable

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Examples of "hoax" in lyrics

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

  • "NED HAD NO IDEA IT WAS A HOAX"
    Binary Star — Wolfman Jack
  • "The Spinks Jinx wasn't nothin but a hoax"
    Breeze — Loungin'
  • "'Cause my mama used to say, it ain't a hoax"
    Brotha Lynch Hung — Devils and Gunsmoke

What do these rhymes mean?

coax
a transmission line for high-frequency signals influence or urge by gentle urging, caressing, or flattering
folks
your parents; "he wrote to his folks every day" people in general (often used in the plural)
ochs
United States newspaper publisher (1858-1935)

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Frequently asked questions

What rhymes with hoax?
Words that rhyme with hoax include: folks, coax, ochs, blokes, jokes, yokes, pokes, soaks, yolks, evokes, and 19 more.
How many syllables does hoax have?
Hoax has 1 syllable.
How many words rhyme with hoax?
There are 29 words that rhyme with hoax: 29 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for hoax in a song?
The strongest rhymes for hoax in songwriting are folks, coax, ochs. 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 hoax?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with hoax include folks, coax, ochs, blokes, jokes. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: folks, coax; 1-syllable: blokes, jokes; 2-syllable: evokes, invokes. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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