Words that rhyme with wake

Wake is a 1-syllable word with 42 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are ache, awake, break. This word appears in songs across our database, making it a versatile choice for songwriters and poets.

Definition of wake

noun
  1. the consequences of an event (especially a catastrophic event); "the aftermath of war"; "in the wake of the accident no one knew how many had been injured"
  2. an island in the western Pacific between Guam and Hawaii
  3. the wave that spreads behind a boat as it moves forward; "the motorboat's wake capsized the canoe"

Examples of "wake" in lyrics

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

  • "Carryin the same flowers from the wake"
    7L & Esoteric — Play it Cool
  • "And if I should die before I wake"
    Aesop Rock — Bracket Basher
  • "If I should die, before I wake"
    A.G. f/ Party Arty — Pray

What do these rhymes mean?

ache
a dull persistent (usually moderately intense) pain feel physical pain
awake
not in a state of sleep; completely conscious; "lay awake thinking about his new job
break
some abrupt occurrence that interrupts an ongoing activity; "the telephone is an annoying interruption
flake
a crystal of snow a person with an unusual or odd personality a small fragment of something broken off from the whole
forsake
leave someone who needs or counts on you; leave in the lurch; "The mother deserted her children"

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

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