Words That Rhyme with
stake
A share or interest in a business or a given situation.
20 rhymes 5 letters

Found 20 Rhymes for Stake

Words that sound similar to stake:

break
opaque
forsake
ache
slake
heartache
takemakeundertakeshakefake
keepsake
wakecake
partake
namesake
flake
heartbreak
uptake
brake

9 of these 20 words have its own rhyme network. Click any highlighted word to explore its rhymes. The others are shown for reference.

All Definitions for Stake

Below are all the dictionary definitions of stake:

1A share or interest in a business or a given situation.
2That which is laid down as a wager
3That which is staked or hazarded
4A pledge.
5To put at risk upon success in competition, or upon a future contingency.
6To provide (another) with money in order to engage in an activity as betting or a business venture.
7A piece of wood or other material, usually long and slender, pointed at one end so as to be easily driven into the ground as a marker or a support or stay.
8To fasten, support, defend, or delineate with stakes.
9A piece of wood driven in the ground, placed in the middle of the court, that is used as the finishing point after scoring 12 hoops in croquet.
10The piece of timber to which a person condemned to death was affixed to be burned.
11A stick or similar object (e.g., steel channel or angle stock) inserted upright in a lop, eye, or mortise, at the side or end of a cart, flat car, flatbed trailer, or the like, to prevent goods from falling off
12Often connected in a grid forming a stakebody.
13A small anvil usually furnished with a tang to enter a hole in a bench top, as used by tinsmiths, blacksmiths, etc., for light work, punching hole in or cutting a work piece, or for specific forming techniques etc.
14To deposit and risk a considerable amount of cryptocurrency in order to participate in the proof of stake process of verification.
15A territorial division comprising all the Mormons (typically several thousand) in a geographical area.
16To pierce or wound with a stake.
17A surname.

Writing Tips

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Frequently Asked Questions

What words rhyme with stake?

Words like break, opaque, forsake, ache, slake rhyme with stake. These words share similar ending sounds and can be used to create rhythm in poetry and songs.

How many rhymes does stake have?

We have identified 20 rhymes for stake 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 stake

Finding the right rhyme for stake helps poets and songwriters add rhythm, musicality, and memorability to their work. Defined as "A share or interest in a business or a given situation.", stake has 20 words that share its ending sound pattern.

Each rhyme carries a slightly different meaning and connotation. Break is the most common rhyme in everyday usage. Opaque works well in formal or poetic contexts. Forsake 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 stake, but always read your line aloud to ensure the chosen word flows naturally and supports your intended message.