57+ Words that rhyme with states

States is a 2-syllable word with 57 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are gates, mates, rates. 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 "states" in lyrics

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

  • "Lil' Joe turned us loose in the United States"
    2 Live Crew — 2 Live is Here
  • "Been gelling since my youth states"
    60 Second Assassin f/ Phillie, Prodigal Sunn — Love Burns
  • "To have a car and a woman in a couple of states"
    69 Boyz — Survival of Da Fittest

What do these rhymes mean?

gates
United States computer entrepreneur whose software company made him the youngest multi-billionaire in the history of
mates
a pair of people who live together; "a married couple from Chicago"
nates
the fleshy part of the human body that you sit on; "he deserves a good kick in the butt
rates
a local tax on property (usually used in the plural)
straits
a bad or difficult situation or state of affairs a difficult juncture; "a pretty pass

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "states" 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 states?
Words that rhyme with states include: gates, mates, rates, straits, nates, yeats, dates, plates, creates, ates, and 47 more.
How many syllables does states have?
States has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with states?
There are 57 words that rhyme with states: 57 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for states in a song?
The strongest rhymes for states in songwriting are gates, mates, rates. 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 states?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with states include gates, mates, rates, straits, nates. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: straits, yeats; 1-syllable: gates, mates; 2-syllable: estates, abates. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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