Words that rhyme with yankees
Yankees is a 2-syllable word with 16 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are bonkers, cranky, donkey. This word appears in songs across our database, making it a versatile choice for songwriters and poets.
Examples of "yankees" in lyrics
See how yankees is used at the end of a line in songs:
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"I'm from the home of the Yankees"
Masta Ace f/ The Beatnuts, Rahzel — Oh My God -
"J'tourne la palette de ma casquette des Yankees"
Muzion f/ Jakob Devalier of Kassav — Men Malad Yo! -
"Back when Phil Rizzuto was callin games for the Yankees"
Q-Unique f/ Raekwon — Cup of Tea
What do these rhymes mean?
- bonkers
- informal or slang terms for mentally irregular; "it used to drive my husband balmy"
- cranky
- (used of boats) inclined to heel over easily under sail easily irritated or annoyed
- donkey
- the symbol of the Democratic Party; introduced in cartoons by Thomas Nast in 1874
- 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
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Rhyming tips for songwriters
When using "yankees" in your lyrics, consider mixing perfect rhymes with near rhymes (slant rhymes) for a more natural flow. Perfect rhymes like bonkers, cranky, donkey create a satisfying resolution, while slant rhymes add variety and keep listeners engaged.
Since "yankees" 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.