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33+ Words that rhyme with like

Like is a 1-syllable word with 33 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are bike, mike, strike. 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 like

adjective
  1. resembling or similar; having the same or some of the same characteristics; often used in combination; "suits of like design"; "a limited circle of like minds"; "members of the cat family have like dispositions"; "as like as two peas in a pod"; "doglike devotion"; "a dreamlike quality"
  2. equal in amount or value; "like amounts"; "equivalent amounts"; "the same amount"; "gave one six blows and the other a like number"; "the same number"
  3. having the same or similar characteristics; "all politicians are alike"; "they looked utterly alike"; "friends are generally alike in background and taste"

1 syllable

2 syllables

Examples of "like" in lyrics

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

  • "I'm a target like"
    1200 Techniques — Karma
  • "I started off last but now I'm first while ya shakin I cut off like"
    1200 Techniques — Karma
  • "Just converse kind of rude like"
    1200 Techniques — Karma

What do these rhymes mean?

alike
equally; "parents and teachers alike demanded reforms" in a like manner
bike
a motor vehicle with two wheels and a strong frame a wheeled vehicle that has two wheels and is moved by foot pedals
ike
United States general who supervised the invasion of Normandy and the defeat of Nazi Germany
mike
device for converting sound waves into electrical energy
strike
a group's refusal to work in protest against low pay or bad work conditions

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Frequently asked questions

What rhymes with like?
Words that rhyme with like include: bike, mike, strike, ike, alike, pike, tyke, reich, spike, dislike, and 23 more.
How many syllables does like have?
Like has 1 syllable.
How many words rhyme with like?
There are 33 words that rhyme with like: 33 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for like in a song?
The strongest rhymes for like in songwriting are bike, mike, strike. 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 like?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with like include bike, mike, strike, ike, alike. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: bike, mike; 1-syllable: alike, dislike. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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