28+ Words that rhyme with pokes

Pokes is a 2-syllable word with 28 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are hoax, folks, coax. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

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Examples of "pokes" in lyrics

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

  • "Like Harry Melvin and the Blue Notes, I'll give you two pokes"
    Hell Razah — Thankful
  • "Broke kibbles to bits , brought my mom's to pokes"
    Tela — Survival
  • "hokes pokes"
    AOL — AOL

What do these rhymes mean?

coax
a transmission line for high-frequency signals influence or urge by gentle urging, caressing, or flattering
folks
your parents; "he wrote to his folks every day" people in general (often used in the plural)
hoax
something intended to deceive; deliberate trickery intended to gain an advantage subject to a playful hoax or joke
ochs
United States newspaper publisher (1858-1935)

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "pokes" 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 pokes?
Words that rhyme with pokes include: hoax, folks, coax, ochs, jokes, yokes, soaks, yolks, blokes, evokes, and 18 more.
How many syllables does pokes have?
Pokes has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with pokes?
There are 28 words that rhyme with pokes: 28 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for pokes in a song?
The strongest rhymes for pokes in songwriting are hoax, folks, coax. 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 pokes?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with pokes include hoax, folks, coax, ochs, jokes. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: hoax, folks; 1-syllable: jokes, yokes; 2-syllable: evokes, invokes. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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