23+ Words that rhyme with ives

Ives is a 2-syllable word with 23 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are fives, hives, chives. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of ives

noun
  1. United States composer noted for his innovative use of polytonality (1874-1954)
  2. United States lithographer who (with his partner Nathaniel Currier) produced thousands of prints signed `Currier & Ives' (1824-1895)

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2 syllables

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Examples of "ives" in lyrics

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

  • "Brains fried from the ism and the saint Ives"
    The Cross Movement — Hold Your Ground
  • "Check the vibe who got more freaky than Ives"
    Delinquent Habits — Return of the Tres
  • "Ivan Ives"
    Ivan Ives f/ 2Mex — Carpe Diem

What do these rhymes mean?

chives
perennial having hollow cylindrical leaves used for seasoning cylindrical leaves used fresh as a mild onion-flavored
fives
a game resembling handball; played on a court with a front wall and two side walls
hives
an itchy skin eruption characterized by weals with pale interiors and well-defined red margins

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "ives" 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 ives?
Words that rhyme with ives include: fives, hives, chives, lives, forgives, wives, knives, thrives, vives, drives, and 13 more.
How many syllables does ives have?
Ives has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with ives?
There are 23 words that rhyme with ives: 23 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for ives in a song?
The strongest rhymes for ives in songwriting are fives, hives, chives. 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 ives?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with ives include fives, hives, chives, lives, forgives. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: fives, hives; 1-syllable: forgives, arrives; 2-syllable: alewives, housewives. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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