33+ Words that rhyme with taps

Taps is a 1-syllable word with 33 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are lapse, collapse, apse. Single-syllable words are the backbone of rap and poetry — they punch hard at line endings and pair easily with other one-syllable rhymes.

Definition of taps

noun
  1. (military) signal to turn the lights out

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1 syllable

2 syllables

Examples of "taps" in lyrics

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

  • "Celebrate with the Kalabash, walk long distance for water taps"
    Cashless Society — Hottentot Hop Bantu 1 ,2
  • "You can't catch my style with bugs and phone taps"
    Inspectah Deck f/ U-God, Street Thug — Semi-Automatic Full Rap Metal Jacket
  • "When Dre rap you hear hand claps and toe taps"
    Mac Dre & Mac Mall — Willingly

What do these rhymes mean?

apse
a domed or vaulted recess or projection on a building especially the east end of a church; usually contains the altar
collapse
an abrupt failure of function or complete physical exhaustion
elapse
pass by; "three years elapsed"
flaps
a movable airfoil that is part of an aircraft wing; used to increase lift or drag
lapse
a mistake resulting from inattention a break or intermission in the occurrence of something

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Frequently asked questions

What rhymes with taps?
Words that rhyme with taps include: lapse, collapse, apse, flaps, elapse, scraps, perhaps, relapse, prolapse, schnapps, and 23 more.
How many syllables does taps have?
Taps has 1 syllable.
How many words rhyme with taps?
There are 33 words that rhyme with taps: 33 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for taps in a song?
The strongest rhymes for taps in songwriting are lapse, collapse, apse. 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 taps?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with taps include lapse, collapse, apse, flaps, elapse. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: lapse, apse; 1-syllable: collapse, elapse. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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