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35+ Words that rhyme with tailgate

Tailgate is a 2-syllable word with 35 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are plate, late, state. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of tailgate

noun
  1. a gate at the rear of a vehicle; can be lowered for loading
verb
  1. follow at a dangerously close distance; "it is dangerous to tailgate another vehicle"

1 syllable

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Examples of "tailgate" in lyrics

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

  • "Light Peruvian weight, compressed in the tailgate"
    Big Pokey f/ Godfather, Mike D — Dope Game 2000
  • "Ain't no jamming the breaks, equate loot in the tailgate"
    Big Pokey f/ Big Steve — Range Rover
  • "I was layin in bed with a girl that would tailgate"
    Donald-D — Who Got the Gun?

What do these rhymes mean?

fate
an event (or a course of events) that will inevitably happen in the future the ultimate agency regarded as
fete
an elaborate party (often outdoors) an organized series of acts and performances (usually in one place)
late
later than usual or than expected; "the train arrived late"; "we awoke late"; "the children came late to school
plate
(baseball) base consisting of a rubber slab where the batter stands
state
the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "tailgate" 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 tailgate?
Words that rhyme with tailgate include: plate, late, state, fete, fate, gate, hate, innate, negate, relate, and 25 more.
How many syllables does tailgate have?
Tailgate has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with tailgate?
There are 35 words that rhyme with tailgate: 35 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for tailgate in a song?
The strongest rhymes for tailgate in songwriting are plate, late, state. 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 tailgate?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with tailgate include plate, late, state, fete, fate. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: plate, late; 1-syllable: innate, negate; 2-syllable: conjugate. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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