22+ Words that rhyme with promises

Promises is a 3-syllable word with 22 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are promising, thomas, hypothesis. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

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Examples of "promises" in lyrics

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

  • "third to her broken promises"
    Aesop Rock — Appleseed Intro
  • "But no hostages, no promises"
    Aesop Rock — Babies with Guns
  • "maybe, no promises"
    Aesop Rock — The Tugboat Complex

What do these rhymes mean?

homage
respectful deference; "pay court to the emperor"
hypothesis
a proposal intended to explain certain facts or observations a tentative insight into the natural world
losses
something lost (especially money lost at gambling)
promising
showing possibility of achievement or excellence; "a promising young man" full or promise
thomas
United States clockmaker who introduced mass production (1785-1859) United States socialist who was a candidate for

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "promises" has 3 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 promises?
Words that rhyme with promises include: promising, thomas, hypothesis, homage, losses, damages, ominous, promise, dominant, novelist, and 12 more.
How many syllables does promises have?
Promises has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with promises?
There are 22 words that rhyme with promises: 22 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for promises in a song?
The strongest rhymes for promises in songwriting are promising, thomas, hypothesis. 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 promises?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with promises include promising, thomas, hypothesis, homage, losses. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: thomas, homage; 1-syllable: promising, damages; 2-syllable: hypothesis, anonymous. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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