31+ Words that rhyme with rakes

Rakes is a 2-syllable word with 31 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are jakes, stakes, brakes. 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 "rakes" in lyrics

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

  • "Who said money don't grow on trees? I rake my yard with platinum rakes"
    Color Changin Click — Don't Stare at Us
  • "Trunk full of stakes, dirt bikes and rakes"
    Kottonmouth Kings — Suburban Life
  • "jrco rakes"
    AOL — AOL

What do these rhymes mean?

aix
wood duck and mandarin duck
brakes
a braking device consisting of a combination of interacting parts that work to slow a motor vehicle
jakes
a small outbuilding with a bench having holes through which a user can defecate
stakes
the money risked on a gamble

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "rakes" 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 rakes?
Words that rhyme with rakes include: jakes, stakes, brakes, aix, flakes, quakes, mistakes, steaks, remakes, aches, and 21 more.
How many syllables does rakes have?
Rakes has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with rakes?
There are 31 words that rhyme with rakes: 31 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for rakes in a song?
The strongest rhymes for rakes in songwriting are jakes, stakes, brakes. 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 rakes?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with rakes include jakes, stakes, brakes, aix, flakes. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: aix, steaks; 1-syllable: jakes, stakes; 2-syllable: mistakes, remakes. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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