Words that rhyme with yankee
Yankee is a 1-syllable word with 19 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are cranky, hankie, hanky. This word appears in songs across our database, making it a versatile choice for songwriters and poets.
Definition of yankee
adjective
- used by Southerners for an inhabitant of a northern state in the United States (especially a Union soldier)
noun
- an American who lives in the North (especially during the American Civil War)
- an American who lives in New England
2 syllables
4 syllables
Examples of "yankee" in lyrics
See how yankee is used at the end of a line in songs:
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"Yankee"
Daddy Yankee — Party de Gansta -
"Daddy Yankee!"
Daddy Yankee f/ Paul Wall — Machete Reloaded -
"Mami, I'm with Daddy Yankee"
Daddy Yankee f/ Lil' Jon, N.O.R.E., Pitbull — Gasolina (Remix)
What do these rhymes mean?
- cranky
- (used of boats) inclined to heel over easily under sail easily irritated or annoyed
- hankie
- a square piece of cloth used for wiping the eyes or nose or as a costume accessory
- hanky
- a square piece of cloth used for wiping the eyes or nose or as a costume accessory
- lanky
- tall and thin and having long slender limbs; "a gangling teenager
- stinky
- having an unpleasant smell very bad; "a lousy play"; "it's a stinking world"
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Rhyming tips for songwriters
When using "yankee" in your lyrics, consider mixing perfect rhymes with near rhymes (slant rhymes) for a more natural flow. Perfect rhymes like cranky, hankie, hanky create a satisfying resolution, while slant rhymes add variety and keep listeners engaged.