35+ Words that rhyme with rape

Rape is a 1-syllable word with 35 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are tape, ape, agape. Single-syllable words are the backbone of rap and poetry — they punch hard at line endings and pair easily with other one-syllable rhymes.

Definition of rape

noun
  1. Eurasian plant cultivated for its seed and as a forage crop
  2. the act of despoiling a country in warfare
  3. the crime of forcing a woman to submit to sexual intercourse against her will

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Examples of "rape" in lyrics

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

  • "I should have started RAPE:"
    3rd Bass — Pop Goes the Weasel
  • "If I was Mike Tyson I would be in jail for rape"
    Above the Law f/ Eazy-E, Kokane — Game Wreck-Oniz-Iz Game
  • "I gotta 8 year bid next day for a rape"
    Above the Law f/ Kokane — Everything Will Be Alright

What do these rhymes mean?

agape
with the mouth wide open as in wonder or awe; "the gaping audience"; "we stood there agape with wonder
ape
any of various primates with short tails or no tail at all someone who copies the words or behavior of another person
crape
small very thin pancake a soft thin light fabric with a crinkled surface cover or drape with crape
escape
the act of escaping physically; "he made his escape from the mental hospital"; "the canary escaped from its cage
tape
a long thin piece of cloth or paper as used for binding or fastening; "he used a piece of tape for a belt

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Frequently asked questions

What rhymes with rape?
Words that rhyme with rape include: tape, ape, agape, escape, crape, cape, scape, scrape, reshape, videotape, and 25 more.
How many syllables does rape have?
Rape has 1 syllable.
How many words rhyme with rape?
There are 35 words that rhyme with rape: 35 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for rape in a song?
The strongest rhymes for rape in songwriting are tape, ape, agape. 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 rape?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with rape include tape, ape, agape, escape, crape. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: tape, ape; 1-syllable: agape, escape; 2-syllable: videotape, audiotape. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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