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42+ Words that rhyme with yaws

Yaws is a 1-syllable word with 42 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are cause, clause, applause. 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 yaws

noun
  1. an infectious tropical disease resembling syphilis in its early stages; marked by red skin eruptions and ulcerating lesions

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Examples of "yaws" in lyrics

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

  • "Yellow back, yak mouth, young ones yaws"
    Blackalicous — Alphabet Aerobics

What do these rhymes mean?

applause
a demonstration of approval by clapping the hands together
cause
events that provide the generative force that is the origin of something
clause
(grammar) an expression including a subject and predicate but not constituting a complete sentence a separate section
dawes
American patriot who rode with Paul Revere to warn that the British were advancing on Lexington and Concord (1745-1799)
laws
the first of three divisions of the Hebrew Scriptures comprising the first five books of the Hebrew Bible considered as

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Frequently asked questions

What rhymes with yaws?
Words that rhyme with yaws include: cause, clause, applause, dawes, laws, gauze, hawse, pause, tawse, azores, and 32 more.
How many syllables does yaws have?
Yaws has 1 syllable.
How many words rhyme with yaws?
There are 42 words that rhyme with yaws: 42 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for yaws in a song?
The strongest rhymes for yaws in songwriting are cause, clause, applause. 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 yaws?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with yaws include cause, clause, applause, dawes, laws. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: cause, clause; 1-syllable: applause, dawes; 2-syllable: azores, menopause. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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