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26+ Words that rhyme with stakes

Stakes is a 2-syllable word with 26 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are brakes, jakes, aix. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of stakes

noun
  1. the money risked on a gamble

1 syllable

2 syllables

3 syllables

Examples of "stakes" in lyrics

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

  • "You can wreck if it brakes you might need a tec for the stakes"
    Esoteric f/ Main Flow — Street Pay
  • "And for goodness grace, we burn fakes at the stakes"
    Achozen — Salute/Sacrifice
  • "Achozen few we only plays for the high stakes"
    Achozen — Salute/Sacrifice

What do these rhymes mean?

aix
wood duck and mandarin duck
brakes
a braking device consisting of a combination of interacting parts that work to slow a motor vehicle
jakes
a small outbuilding with a bench having holes through which a user can defecate

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "stakes" 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 stakes?
Words that rhyme with stakes include: brakes, jakes, aix, aches, breaks, mistakes, flakes, shakes, makes, frakes, and 16 more.
How many syllables does stakes have?
Stakes has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with stakes?
There are 26 words that rhyme with stakes: 26 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for stakes in a song?
The strongest rhymes for stakes in songwriting are brakes, jakes, aix. 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 stakes?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with stakes include brakes, jakes, aix, aches, breaks. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: aix, breaks; 1-syllable: brakes, jakes; 2-syllable: mistakes, remakes. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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