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19+ Words that rhyme with sticking

Sticking is a 2-syllable word with 19 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are licking, kicking, picking. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of sticking

adjective
  1. extending out above or beyond a surface or boundary; "the jutting limb of a tree"; "massive projected buttresses"; "his protruding ribs"; "a pile of boards sticking over the end of his truck"

3 syllables

Examples of "sticking" in lyrics

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

  • "The pipes that I'm fixing, the clowns that I'm sticking"
    Tha Beggas — Appleseeds
  • "Only run with real dudes, with the guns for sticking"
    Buddha Monk f/ P.G., Streets — The Real
  • "She was on my side, while them chromey thangs sticking"
    C.M.G. — Hogg Da Lane

What do these rhymes mean?

dripping
extremely wet; "dripping wet"; "soaking wet" a liquid (as water) that flows in drops (as from the eaves of house) the
ducking
hunting ducks the act of wetting something by submerging it
kicking
a rhythmic thrusting movement of the legs as in swimming or calisthenics
licking
an unsuccessful ending to a struggle or contest; "it was a narrow defeat"; "the army's only defeat
picking
the quantity of a crop that is harvested; "he sent the first picking of berries to the market

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "sticking" 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 sticking?
Words that rhyme with sticking include: licking, kicking, picking, ducking, dripping, pricking, ticking, shipping, clicking, flicking, and 9 more.
How many syllables does sticking have?
Sticking has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with sticking?
There are 19 words that rhyme with sticking: 19 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for sticking in a song?
The strongest rhymes for sticking in songwriting are licking, kicking, picking. 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 sticking?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with sticking include licking, kicking, picking, ducking, dripping. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: licking, kicking; 1-syllable: trafficking. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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