Words that rhyme with sleeping

Sleeping is a 2-syllable word with 28 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are beating, beekeeping, bleeding. This word appears in songs across our database, making it a versatile choice for songwriters and poets.

Definition of sleeping

adjective
  1. lying with head on paws as if sleeping
noun
  1. the state of being asleep
  2. quiet and inactive restfulness

Examples of "sleeping" in lyrics

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

  • "we weren't not sleeping"
    51.50 — I Can't Win
  • "I'm always on the clock, get money while I'm sleeping"
    Almighty f/ Doe Boy — Keep Hustlin'
  • "My brothers sleeping"
    Assassin and Poor Righteous Teachers — Wake Up! (Reveillez-Vous !)

What do these rhymes mean?

beating
the act of overcoming or outdoing the act of inflicting corporal punishment with repeated blows
beekeeping
the cultivation of bees on a commercial scale for the production of honey
bleeding
the flow of blood from a ruptured blood vessel
bookkeeping
the activity of recording business transactions
breathing
passing or able to pass air in and out of the lungs normally; sometimes used in combination

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "sleeping" 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.

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