6+ Words that rhyme with memphis

Memphis is a 2-syllable word with 6 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are artifice, aphis, office. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of memphis

noun
  1. largest city of Tennessee; located in southwestern Tennessee on bluffs overlooking the Mississippi River
  2. an ancient city of Egypt on the Nile (south of Cairo)

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2 syllables

3 syllables

Examples of "memphis" in lyrics

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

  • "Then Dr. King might not have lost his life in Memphis"
    Annakin Slayd — Wigger
  • "CHORUS 2X: Beanie Mac and Memphis"
    Beanie Sigel f/ Memphis Bleek — Who Want What
  • "N.O. to Texas on to Memphis,"
    Black Menace f/ Insane, Smitty Da Pimp — Block Bleeder

What do these rhymes mean?

aphis
type genus of the Aphididae: injurious to fruit trees and vegetables
artifice
a deceptive maneuver (especially to avoid capture)
edifice
a structure that has a roof and walls and stands more or less permanently in one place
office
place of business where professional or clerical duties are performed
orifice
an aperture or hole that opens into a bodily cavity

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "memphis" 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 memphis?
Words that rhyme with memphis include: artifice, aphis, office, edifice, orifice, benefice.
How many syllables does memphis have?
Memphis has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with memphis?
There are 6 words that rhyme with memphis: 6 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for memphis in a song?
The strongest rhymes for memphis in songwriting are artifice, aphis, office. 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 memphis?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with memphis include artifice, aphis, office, edifice, orifice. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: aphis, office; 1-syllable: artifice, edifice. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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