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42+ Words that rhyme with praying

Praying is a 1-syllable word with 42 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are saying, conveying, crocheting. Single-syllable words are the backbone of rap and poetry — they punch hard at line endings and pair easily with other one-syllable rhymes.

Examples of "praying" in lyrics

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

  • "If you snitching to them laws, you better start praying"
    50/50 Twin f/ Archie Lee, Lester Roy — Hollyhood
  • "My forehead's wet I keep praying"
    7L & Esoteric — Terrorist's Cell
  • "We put you on your knees, like you was praying"
    Akinyele — The Robbery Song

What do these rhymes mean?

buffeting
repeated heavy blows
conveying
act of transferring property title from one person to another
crocheting
needlework done by interlocking looped stitches with a hooked needle creating a garment of needlework
dismaying
causing consternation; "appalling conditions"
saying
a word or phrase that particular people use in particular situations; "pardon the expression"

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Frequently asked questions

What rhymes with praying?
Words that rhyme with praying include: saying, conveying, crocheting, dismaying, buffeting, playing, haying, laying, paying, slaying, and 32 more.
How many syllables does praying have?
Praying has 1 syllable.
How many words rhyme with praying?
There are 42 words that rhyme with praying: 42 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for praying in a song?
The strongest rhymes for praying in songwriting are saying, conveying, crocheting. 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 praying?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with praying include saying, conveying, crocheting, dismaying, buffeting. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: saying, playing; 1-syllable: conveying, dismaying; 2-syllable: crocheting, buffeting. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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