Words that rhyme with maquis

Maquis is a 2-syllable word with 50 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are latchkey, marquee, passkey. This word appears in songs across our database, making it a versatile choice for songwriters and poets.

Definition of maquis

noun
  1. a guerrilla fighter in the French underground in World War II
  2. the French underground that fought against the German occupation in World War II

Examples of "maquis" in lyrics

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

  • "Puis t'en pis si l'avenir nous consume dans le maquis"
    Kalhex — Rien N'est Acquis

What do these rhymes mean?

latchkey
key for raising or drawing back a latch or opening an outside door
marquee
large and often sumptuous tent permanent canopy over an entrance of a hotel etc.
passkey
key that secures entrance everywhere
trochee
a metrical unit with stressed-unstressed syllables
turnkey
someone who guards prisoners

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "maquis" 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.

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