38+ Words that rhyme with hostage

Hostage is a 2-syllable word with 38 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are manage, damage, vantage. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of hostage

noun
  1. a prisoner who is held by one party to insure that another party will meet specified terms

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Examples of "hostage" in lyrics

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

  • "toys for the prodding of the rotting bottled hostage"
    Aesop Rock f/ Dose One — Odessa
  • "Imposterous son is taking the world hostage"
    Aesop Rock f/ El-P — We're Famous
  • "When a slanted advantage point sort of makeshift criminals date rape the hostage"
    Aesop Rock — How to Be a Carpenter

What do these rhymes mean?

advantage
the quality of having a superior or more favorable position
damage
the occurrence of a change for the worse loss of military equipment the act of damaging something or someone the amount
manage
be successful; achieve a goal; "She succeeded in persuading us all"; "I managed to carry the box upstairs
mismanage
manage badly or incompetently; "The funds were mismanaged"
vantage
place or situation affording some advantage (especially a comprehensive view or commanding perspective) the quality of

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "hostage" 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 hostage?
Words that rhyme with hostage include: manage, damage, vantage, mismanage, advantage, disadvantage, garbage, dotage, optics, footage, and 28 more.
How many syllables does hostage have?
Hostage has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with hostage?
There are 38 words that rhyme with hostage: 38 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for hostage in a song?
The strongest rhymes for hostage in songwriting are manage, damage, vantage. 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 hostage?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with hostage include manage, damage, vantage, mismanage, advantage. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: manage, damage; 1-syllable: mismanage, advantage; 2-syllable: disadvantage, micromanage. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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