23+ Words that rhyme with smoking

Smoking is a 2-syllable word with 23 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are choking, joking, croaking. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of smoking

adjective
  1. emitting smoke in great volume; "a smoking fireplace"
noun
  1. the act of smoking tobacco or other substances; "he went outside for a smoke"; "smoking stinks"
  2. a hot vapor containing fine particles of carbon being produced by combustion; "the fire produced a tower of black smoke that could be seen for miles"

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Examples of "smoking" in lyrics

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

  • "And its not I'm smoking"
    2Mex f/ Awol One — Baby I Ain't Joking
  • "Looking for boulders anything they seeing they smoking"
    504 Boyz (Halleluyah/Rowdy/Playa) — D-Boys
  • "Ask me what I'm quoting, wondering, what I'm smoking"
    Above The Law f/ Jayo Felony — X.O. Wit Me

What do these rhymes mean?

choking
a condition caused by blocking the airways to the lungs (as with food or swelling of the larynx) the act of suffocating
croaking
a harsh hoarse utterance (as of a frog)
joking
characterized by jokes and good humor
poking
a sharp hand gesture (resembling a blow); "he warned me with a jab with his finger
provoking
causing or tending to cause anger or resentment; "a provoking delay at the airport"

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "smoking" 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 smoking?
Words that rhyme with smoking include: choking, joking, croaking, provoking, poking, stroking, soaking, cracking, knocking, approaching, and 13 more.
How many syllables does smoking have?
Smoking has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with smoking?
There are 23 words that rhyme with smoking: 23 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for smoking in a song?
The strongest rhymes for smoking in songwriting are choking, joking, croaking. 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 smoking?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with smoking include choking, joking, croaking, provoking, poking. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: choking, joking; 1-syllable: provoking, approaching; 2-syllable: antismoking. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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