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18+ Words that rhyme with rhymes

Rhymes is a 2-syllable word with 18 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are times, sometimes, betimes. 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 "rhymes" in lyrics

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

  • "My haven, got a haven, full of rhymes"
    1.4.0. Productions f/ Clocka, Lighter Shade, Othorized F.A.M. — New York
  • "And forget about the weak rhymes you wrote, these rhymes"
    1.4.0. Productions f/ Cheesey Rat, Crunch Lo, Diverse — Revelations
  • "I don't think slow when it comes to rhymes"
    2 Live Crew — Break it on Down

What do these rhymes mean?

betimes
in good time; "he awoke betimes that morning"
maritimes
the collective name for the Canadian provinces of New Brunswick and Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island
names
verbal abuse; a crude substitute for argument; "sticks and stones may break my bones but names can never hurt me"
sometimes
on certain occasions or in certain cases but not always; "sometimes she wished she were back in England
times
a more or less definite period of time now or previously present

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "rhymes" 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 rhymes?
Words that rhyme with rhymes include: times, sometimes, betimes, names, maritimes, oftentimes, dimes, climbs, climes, primes, and 8 more.
How many syllables does rhymes have?
Rhymes has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with rhymes?
There are 18 words that rhyme with rhymes: 18 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for rhymes in a song?
The strongest rhymes for rhymes in songwriting are times, sometimes, betimes. 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 rhymes?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with rhymes include times, sometimes, betimes, names, maritimes. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: climbs; 1-syllable: times, names; 2-syllable: betimes. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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