37+ Words that rhyme with talking

Talking is a 2-syllable word with 37 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are walking, balking, docking. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of talking

noun
  1. an exchange of ideas via conversation; "let's have more work and less talk around here"

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1 syllable

2 syllables

3 syllables

Examples of "talking" in lyrics

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

  • "Talking:"
    Aceyalone — Rappers, Rappers, Rappers 12 for 10
  • "Pushin for pedagogue lacin up paper weights walkin on stilts talking"
    Aesop Rock — Shovel
  • "The people are dead, but the money keeps talking keep-keeps-keep-keeps talking"
    Aesop Rock f/ El-P — 39 Thieves

What do these rhymes mean?

balking
stopping short and refusing to go on; "a balking"; "a balky mule"; "a balky customer"
blocking
the act of obstructing or deflecting someone's movements
caulking
a waterproof filler and sealant that is used in building and repair to make watertight
docking
the act of securing an arriving vessel with ropes
walking
close enough to be walked to; "walking distance

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "talking" 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 talking?
Words that rhyme with talking include: walking, balking, docking, blocking, caulking, clocking, drinking, knocking, asking, mocking, and 27 more.
How many syllables does talking have?
Talking has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with talking?
There are 37 words that rhyme with talking: 37 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for talking in a song?
The strongest rhymes for talking in songwriting are walking, balking, docking. 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 talking?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with talking include walking, balking, docking, blocking, caulking. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: doing; 1-syllable: walking, balking; 2-syllable: bluestocking, something. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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