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18+ Words that rhyme with leaking

Leaking is a 2-syllable word with 18 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are creaking, speaking, reeking. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

3 syllables

Examples of "leaking" in lyrics

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

  • "The tap water is on the waters off the waters leaking"
    Aesop Rock — Prosperity
  • "Born in the streets, where beef will get you leaking"
    Buddha Monk — Live My Life
  • "Like a fifth, leave 'em lying on a park bench, leaking"
    Buddha Monk f/ Casine Kelly, Shake-A-Vel — Brooklyn Chronicles

What do these rhymes mean?

creaking
a squeaking sound; "the creak of the floorboards gave him away"
reeking
wet with secreted or exuded moisture such as sweat or tears
shrieking
sharp piercing cry; "her screaming attracted the neighbors" a high-pitched noise resembling a human cry
sneaking
not openly expressed; "a sneaking suspicion"
speaking
capable of or involving speech or speaking; "human beings --the speaking animals

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "leaking" 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 leaking?
Words that rhyme with leaking include: creaking, speaking, reeking, sneaking, shrieking, squeaking, seeking, creeping, breathing, peaking, and 8 more.
How many syllables does leaking have?
Leaking has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with leaking?
There are 18 words that rhyme with leaking: 18 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for leaking in a song?
The strongest rhymes for leaking in songwriting are creaking, speaking, reeking. 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 leaking?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with leaking include creaking, speaking, reeking, sneaking, shrieking. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: creaking, speaking; 1-syllable: critiquing. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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