Words That Rhyme with
cape
A sleeveless garment or part of a garment, hanging from the neck over the back, arms, and shoulders.
17 rhymes 4 letters

Found 17 Rhymes for Cape

Words that sound similar to cape:

shape
gape
escape
drape
scrape
rape
agape
scape
grape
landscape
reshape
swape
crepe
tape
shipshape
videotape
chape

4 of these 17 words have its own rhyme network. Click any highlighted word to explore its rhymes. The others are shown for reference.

All Definitions for Cape

Below are all the dictionary definitions of cape:

1A sleeveless garment or part of a garment, hanging from the neck over the back, arms, and shoulders.
2A piece or point of land, extending beyond the adjacent coast into a sea or lake
3A promontory
4A headland.
5A superhero.
6To defend or praise, especially that which is unworthy.
7To incite or attract (a bull) to charge a certain direction, by waving a cape.
8To head or point
9To keep a course.
10To cover (as) with or like a cape.
11To skin an animal, particularly a deer.
12A surname.
13Convective available potential energy
14Ellipsis of Cape of Good Hope. [A headland in southwestern South Africa, near Cape Town.]
15Ellipsis of Cape Province: a former province of South Africa, split into three in 1994.
16Ellipsis of Cape Cod. [A geographic cape extending into the Atlantic Ocean from the southeastern corner of mainland Massachusetts in the northeastern United States.]
17Ellipsis of Cape Canaveral: a peninsula in Florida, United States, where the major U.S. spaceflight complex is located. [A cape in Florida, United States.]
18Ellipsis of Cape Colony. [(historical) A former British colony in present-day South Africa and Namibia, named for the Cape of Good Hope, existing from 1795 to 1802 and 1806 to 1910.]

Writing Tips

  • Use rhymes to add rhythm and musicality to poetry and lyrics.
  • Near rhymes can be effective when perfect rhymes feel forced.
  • Consider syllable count when matching rhymes for meter.
  • Internal rhymes add complexity without predictable end-rhyme patterns.
Frequently Asked Questions

What words rhyme with cape?

Words like shape, gape, escape, drape, scrape rhyme with cape. These words share similar ending sounds and can be used to create rhythm in poetry and songs.

How many rhymes does cape have?

We have identified 17 rhymes for cape in our database. English has many words with similar ending sounds.

Can I use these rhymes in songwriting?

Most rhymes listed here are suitable for songwriting and poetry. Consider syllable count and stress pattern for the best musical fit.

About rhymes for cape

Finding the right rhyme for cape helps poets and songwriters add rhythm, musicality, and memorability to their work. Defined as "A sleeveless garment or part of a garment, hanging from the neck over the back, arms, and shoulders.", cape has 17 words that share its ending sound pattern.

Each rhyme carries a slightly different meaning and connotation. Shape is the most common rhyme in everyday usage. Gape works well in formal or poetic contexts. Escape is often preferred when the context calls for a specific nuance or imagery.

When choosing a rhyme, consider the meaning, formality level, and intended emotional impact. Some rhymes work better in casual songs while others shine in formal poetry. The list above provides the most common and useful rhymes for cape, but always read your line aloud to ensure the chosen word flows naturally and supports your intended message.