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260+ Words that rhyme with separate

Separate is a 3-syllable word with 260 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are rate, bait, bate. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of separate

adjective
  1. independent; not united or joint; "a problem consisting of two separate issues"; "they went their separate ways"; "formed a separate church"
  2. standing apart; not attached to or supported by anything; "a freestanding bell tower"; "a house with a separate garage"
  3. separated according to race, sex, class, or religion; "separate but equal"; "girls and boys in separate classes"

1 syllable

2 syllables

Examples of "separate" in lyrics

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

  • "Contact money paid workers and separate"
    Bootleg — Celebrate
  • "My crustal plate, you can't separate"
    Buddha Monk f/ Drunken Dragon, Espionage — Gots Like Come on Thru (Original Version)
  • "Sceond-rate rappers, your neck and head finna separate"
    Crooked I f/ K-Young — U Shoulda Made a Phone Call

What do these rhymes mean?

await
look forward to the probable occurrence of; "We were expecting a visit from our relatives
bait
anything that serves as an enticement something used to lure fish or other animals into danger so they can be trapped
bate
moderate or restrain; lessen the force of; "He bated his breath when talking about this affair
pate
liver or meat or fowl finely minced or ground and variously seasoned the top of the head
rate
a magnitude or frequency relative to a time unit; "they traveled at a rate of 55 miles per hour

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "separate" 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 separate?
Words that rhyme with separate include: rate, bait, bate, pate, await, crate, prate, trait, create, oblate, and 250 more.
How many syllables does separate have?
Separate has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with separate?
There are 260 words that rhyme with separate: 260 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for separate in a song?
The strongest rhymes for separate in songwriting are rate, bait, bate. 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 separate?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with separate include rate, bait, bate, pate, await. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: rate, bait; 1-syllable: await, oblate; 2-syllable: celebrate, concentrate. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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