More Than 250 Words That Rhymes With Say

Struggling to find words that rhyme with common words like “say”?

With over 250 rhyming words and example rhyme pairs, this comprehensive rhyming dictionary will boost your rhyme repertoire.

You’ll learn some less common rhymes you may have never thought of.

We’ll also look at slant (or half) rhymes if you want to get more creative with near rhymes.

By the end, you’ll never be stuck searching for a rhyme again.

This dictionary will inspire your next poem or song with a plethora of rhyme possibilities.

List of Rhyming Word of Say

bay: A broad inlet of the sea where the land curves inward.
prey: An animal that is hunted and killed by another for food.
gray: A color between black and white.
play: Engage in activity for enjoyment and recreation rather than a serious or practical purpose.
stray: Move away aimlessly from a group or from the right course or place.
spray: Liquid that is blown or driven through the air in the form of tiny drops.
sway: Move or cause to move slowly or rhythmically backward and forward or from side to side.
fray: A situation of intense competitive or hostile activity.
slay: Kill (a person or animal) in a violent way.
clay: A stiff, sticky fine-grained earth, can be molded when wet.
day: A period of 24 hours.
gay: (Historically) happy or lively; (modern usage) homosexual.
hay: Grass that has been mown and dried for use as fodder.
jay: A brightly colored bird.
lay: Put down, especially gently or carefully.
may: Expressing possibility.
nay: A negative answer or decision.
pay – To give (someone) money that is due for work done, goods received, or a debt incurred.
ray – A line of light that radiates from a bright object; a narrow beam of light.
stay – To remain in the same place or position; to continue to be in a particular situation.
tray – A flat, shallow container with a raised rim, typically used for carrying food and drink, or for holding small items.
way – A method, style, or manner of doing something; a road, track, path, or street for traveling along.
bray – The loud, harsh cry of a donkey or mule.
flay – To peel the skin off a corpse or carcass; in metaphorical use, to criticize someone severely.
gray (also grey) – Of a color intermediate between black and white, as of ashes or lead.
they – Used to refer to two or more people or things previously mentioned or easily identified.
weigh – To find out how heavy (someone or something) is, typically using scales.
whey – The watery part of milk that remains after the formation of curds.
array – An impressive display or range of a particular type of thing.
betray – To expose (one’s country, a group, or a person) to danger by treacherously giving information to an enemy.
convey – To transport or carry to a place; to communicate (a message or information).
decay – The process of rotting or decomposition caused by bacterial or fungal action.
delay – To make (someone or something) late or slow.
dismay – To cause (someone) to feel consternation and distress.
Essay: A short piece of writing on a particular subject.
Relay: A race in which each team member takes turns completing parts of the racecourse or performing a certain action.
Repay: To pay back or return money that was borrowed.
Replay: To play or show something again.
Astray: Away from the correct path or direction.
Ballet: A classical form of dance characterized by grace and precision of movement.
Buffet: A meal consisting of several dishes from which guests serve themselves, or a piece of furniture with a flat top for displaying dishes.
Crochet: A craft in which yarn is made into fabric by interlocking loops with a hooked needle.
Dossier: A collection of documents about a particular person, event, or subject.
Parquet: A type of flooring made of wooden pieces arranged in a geometric pattern.
Puree: To blend, grind, or mash food until it becomes a smooth paste.
Resume: To begin again after a pause or interruption, or a brief document that summarizes a person’s education, employment history, and qualifications.
Sorbet: A frozen dessert made from sweetened water flavored with fruit (typically juice or puree), wine, and/or liqueur.
Toupee: A small wig or hairpiece worn to cover partial baldness.
Valet: A personal attendant responsible for the clothes and appearance of a notable person, or a service employee who parks cars.
Obey: To follow the commands or guidance of someone.
Okay: Acceptable, fine, or satisfactory.
Allay: To diminish or put to rest (fear, suspicion, or worry).
Alley: A narrow passageway between or behind buildings.
Assay: To analyze the composition of a metal or ore, or a test of a substance to determine its components.
Beret: A round, flat cap made of wool or soft material.
Betray: To deceive or be disloyal to someone’s trust.
Bouquet: A bunch of flowers arranged in a creative way.
Buffet: A meal where guests serve themselves from various dishes set out on a table.
Cafe: A small restaurant selling coffee and light meals.
Cliche: An overused phrase or opinion lacking originality.
Crochet: A craft of creating fabric by interlocking loops of yarn with a hook.
Display: To show or exhibit something.
Dossier: A collection of detailed documents on a particular subject or person.
Filet: A piece of meat or fish that has been deboned.
Gourmet: A connoisseur of fine food and drink; food of the highest quality and flavor.
Hearsay: Information received from others that one cannot substantiate.
Lei: A garland or wreath, often made of flowers, given as a symbol of affection.
Matinee: A performance or movie shown in the afternoon.
Melee: A confused fight, skirmish, or scuffle involving many people.
Misplay: A wrong or misguided play or action, especially in sports.
Moray: A type of eel found in marine waters.
Parfait: A dessert made from layers of ice cream, fruit, and syrup.
Parlay: To use one’s money or talent to achieve a significantly higher return or result.
Portray: To represent or describe someone or something in a work of art or literature.
Puree: To blend or mash food until smooth.
Relay: A race in which teams of runners or swimmers compete in succession.
Replay: To play a recording or event again.
Risque: Slightly indecent or liable to shock, especially in a sexual manner.
Soiree: An evening party or gathering, typically in a private house, for conversation or music.
Souffle: A light, fluffy baked dish made with egg yolks and beaten egg whites mixed with various other ingredients.
Splay: To spread out, expand, or extend.
Survey: To examine or look at comprehensively; a detailed study.
Toupee: A small wig or hairpiece for men.
Valet: A personal male servant who takes care of a man’s clothes and grooming.
Wordplay: The witty exploitation of the meanings and ambiguities of words, especially in puns.
Underway: In progress; already started.
Affray: A public fight or disturbance that alarms the peace.
Airway: A passage by which air reaches a person’s lungs; also, the controlled airspace used by aircraft.
Anyway: Regardless; used to indicate that a statement explains or supports a previous point.
Archway: A curved structure forming a passage or entrance.
Away: At a distance from a particular place or person.
Beltway: A highway encircling an urban area.
Betray: To expose someone to danger by treacherously giving information to an enemy.
Bikeway: A path or road specifically designated for bicycles.
Byway: A small side road or path less traveled.
Causeway: A raised road or track across low or wet ground.
Cutaway: A diagram or model that shows the inner workings of something.
Doorway: The entrance or opening into a room or building.
Driveway: A private road leading up to a house or garage.
Entryway: An entrance or passage for entering a place.
Expressway: A wide road designed for fast traffic, with limited access.
Fairway: The part of a golf course between a tee and the corresponding green where the grass is kept short.
Faraway: A great distance away.
Flyway: A route regularly used by large numbers of migrating birds.
Freeway: A divided highway with no charges (tolls) and with unrestricted access.
Gangway: A narrow passage on a ship or between seats or a movable bridge used in boarding or leaving a ship at a pier.
Halfway: At or to a point equidistant between two others.
Hallway: A corridor in a building that connects rooms.
Headway: Progress toward a goal.
Hideaway: A hidden place for privacy or seclusion.
Highway: A main road, especially one connecting major towns or cities.
Leeway: The amount of freedom to move or act that is available.
Midway: Situated in the middle of something or equidistant from two points.
Motorway: A major road designed for fast traffic, with limited access.
Norway: A country in Northern Europe known for its fjords, mountains, and coastal beauty.
Outlay: An amount of money spent on something.
Overlay: To cover the surface of something with a layer.
Parkway: A wide road landscaped with greenery.
Passageway: A long, narrow way, allowing passage from one area to another.
Pathway: A path or track laid down for walking or made by continual treading.
Raceway: A track or channel for racing; especially for motor sports or horse racing.
Railway: A track or set of tracks made of steel rails along which passenger and freight trains run.
Runway: A long, straight path for the takeoff and landing of aircraft.
Seaway: A navigable route for ships at sea.
Skyway: A bridge or passage high above the ground or between buildings.
Slipway: A ramp on the shore by which ships or boats can be moved to and from the water.
Speedway: A track or course for motor racing, especially for motorcycles.
Stairway: A set of steps leading from one floor of a building to another.
Subway: An underground railway system in a city.
Takeaway: Food bought from a restaurant to eat elsewhere; a key point or fact to be remembered.
Taxiway: A route along which aircraft can taxi when moving to or from a runway.
Thruway: A high-speed highway especially with controlled access.
Throwaway: Designed to be used once or only a few times before being discarded.
Trackway: A path formed by the repeated passage of people or animals.
Tramway: A track for trams, or the system of trams in a city.
Underway: Having started and in progress; happening now.
Walkway: A path or passage for walking, especially one that is raised.
Waterway: A river, canal, or other route for travel by water.
Workaday: Ordinary, everyday, not special or exceptional.
X-ray: A type of radiation used in medical imaging and also to refer to the image produced.
Yea: An affirmative vote or assent.
Hearsay: Information received from others that cannot be substantiated; rumor.
Inlay: A design or pattern on an object created by embedding pieces of a different material in it.
Interplay: The way in which two or more things have an effect on each other.
Layaway: A purchasing agreement by which a retailer agrees to hold merchandise secured by a deposit until the price is paid in full.
Mislay: To lose temporarily; misplace.
Overlay: To cover the surface of something with a coating or another layer.
Payday: The day on which wages are given to employees.
Popinjay: A vain or conceited person; often used to describe someone who dresses extravagantly.
Runway: A strip of hard ground along which aircraft take off and land.
Screenplay: The script of a movie, including acting instructions and scene directions.
Someday: At some unspecified time in the future.
Someway: Somehow; in some manner or by some means.
Subway: An underground urban railway system used for mass transit.
Sundae: A sweet ice cream dessert usually topped with syrup, nuts, and whipped cream.
Thursday: The fifth day of the week, following Wednesday and before Friday.
Underlay: Material placed under something else, typically for protection or support.
Underplay: To make something appear less important or significant than it really is.
Unsay: To withdraw or retract something that has been said.
Weekday: Any day of the week except Saturday or Sunday.
Always: At all times; on all occasions.
Anyway: Regardless of other considerations; in any case.
Broadway: A famous street in New York City known for its theaters and musicals.
Byplay: Side action or dialogue in a play or performance that is secondary to the main action.
Dismay: To cause someone to feel concern and distress.
Doorway: The entrance or opening into a room or building.
Fairway: The part of a golf course between a tee and the corresponding green where the grass is kept short.
Foreplay: Romantic or sexual activity that precedes intercourse.
Freeway: A wide highway with no tolls and with limited access.
Giveaway: Something given free to promote a product or service, or a clue that unintentionally reveals something.
Hallway: A corridor in a building that connects rooms.
Holiday: A day of festivity or recreation when no work is done.
Leeway: The amount of freedom to move or act that is available.
Mayday: An international radio distress signal used by ships and aircraft.
Midway: At or to a point equidistant between two others; often refers to the central part of a fair or carnival.
Monday: The first day of the week, following Sunday.
Norway: A country in Northern Europe known for its mountains, glaciers, and deep coastal fjords.
Outplay: To perform better than someone in a game or competition.
Parkway: A landscaped thoroughfare especially designed for scenic or leisurely travel.
Payday: The day on which wages or salaries are paid.

Portray: To depict someone or something in a work of art or literature.

Relay: A race in which each team member successively completes a portion of the course or a system for transmitting data or signals.

Replay: To play a game or event again; to show a recording of an event again.

Saturday: The seventh day of the week, following Friday and preceding Sunday.

Speedway: A racetrack for motor vehicles, motorcycles, or bicycles, often circular or oval-shaped.

Stairway: A set of steps or stairs and its supporting structures.

Sunday: The first day of the week, observed as a day of rest and worship in many cultures.

Thursday: The fifth day of the week, following Wednesday and preceding Friday.

Today: The present day.

Tuesday: The third day of the week, following Monday and preceding Wednesday.

Walkway: A path or passage for walking, especially one that is raised.

Wednesday: The fourth day of the week, following Tuesday and preceding Thursday.

Wordplay: The witty manipulation of language with humorous or clever effect.

Airplay: The broadcasting of a particular song or artist on the radio.

Alleyway: A narrow passageway between or behind buildings.

Anime: A style of Japanese film and television animation, typically aimed at adults as well as children.

Ashtray: A receptacle for ash from cigarettes or cigars.
Backstay: A rope or cable supporting the mast of a ship from the rear or the stern.
Ballet: A classical form of dance featuring precise and highly formalized set steps and gestures.
Bluejay: A North American bird known for its bright blue plumage and loud calls.
Bobstay: A rope or chain holding the bowsprit of a ship down to the stem or cutwater.
Byway: A small side road or path less traveled compared to a main road.
Caraway: A biennial plant with aromatic seeds used as a seasoning, and its seeds.
Castaway: A person who has been shipwrecked and stranded in an isolated place.
Causeway: A raised road or track across low or wet ground.
Chickpea: A round yellowish seed, eaten as a vegetable or used to make hummus.
Cosplay: The practice of dressing up as a character from a movie, book, or video game, especially from the Japanese genres of manga and anime.
Cutaway: A garment with the part of the front cut away for stylistic reasons, or a diagram showing the internal structure of something.
Daresay: To suppose or assume; often used to suggest something is very likely.
Decay: The process of rotting or decomposition.
Dismay: To cause someone to feel concern and distress.
Display: To show or exhibit something.
DJ: Short for disc jockey, a person who plays recorded music for an audience.
Doomsday: A time or event of major catastrophe or great destruction.
Doorway: The entrance or opening into a room or building.
Downplay: To make something seem less important or serious than it actually is.
Driveway: A short road leading from a public road to a house or garage.
Essay: A short piece of writing on a particular subject.
Fairway: The part of a golf course that lies between the tee and the green, where the grass is cut short.
Flyaway: Hair that is fine and difficult to control, or something that can easily become airborne.
Foreplay: Sexual activity that precedes intercourse.
Forte: A person’s strong suit or most highly developed characteristic, talent, or skill.
Freeway: A road designed for faster vehicular traffic, with no tolls and limited access points.
Friday: The sixth day of the week, following Thursday and preceding Saturday.
Gainsay: To deny or contradict a fact or statement.
Gangway: A passage between rows of seats or a narrow walkway, especially on a ship.
Giveaway: Something given for free or a clue that unintentionally reveals a secret.
Greenway: A strip of undeveloped land near an urban area, set aside for recreational use or environmental protection.
Hallway: A corridor in a building onto which rooms open.
Hatchway: An opening or doorway in a deck or floor, leading to a lower level.
Headway: Progress toward a goal or along a course.
Hearsay: Information received from others that cannot be adequately substantiated; rumor.
Holiday: A day of festivity or recreation when no work is typically done.
Horseplay: Rough or boisterous play or pranks.
Inlay: A design, pattern, or piece of material inserted into a surface or object.
Interlay: To place layers among or between other things.
Jetway: A movable walkway used to extend from an airport terminal gate to an airplane, allowing passengers to board and disembark without going outdoors.
Keyway: A slot formed and cut into a part, designed to receive a key to prevent relative rotation between two parts.

Leeway: The amount of freedom to move or act that is available; margin of safety.

Logway: A track or ramp used for rolling logs into a river or onto a road.

Mainstay: A chief support or principal reliance.

Midway: The middle point of a distance; a fair or carnival’s central area where games and amusements are located.

Mislay: To place or put something in a location where it cannot later be found.

Monday: The second day of the week, following Sunday.

Moonray: A ray of light from the moon.

Motorway: A major road designed for fast traffic, typically with few access points.

Noonday: The middle of the day; noon.

Norway: A country in Northern Europe known for its fjords, coastal beauty, and Viking history.

Outlay: The amount of money spent on something.

Overlay: To cover the surface of one thing with another, especially for protection or decoration.

Parkway: A wide road landscaped with trees and greenery.

Passway: Another term for a passage or pathway, especially a narrow one.

Pathway: A way or track laid down for walking or made by continual passage.

Payday: The day on which wages are given to employees.

Playday: A day devoted to play or recreation.

Portray: To depict someone or something in a work of art or literature.

Relay: A race in which several team members take turns to complete a portion of the distance.
Repay: To pay back or return what is owed.
Risqué: Suggestive of or bordering on indelicacy or impropriety.
Roadway: The part of a road used by vehicles.
Rollaway: A type of bed designed to fold up for storage when not in use.
Runway: A long, level path for airplanes to take off and land.
Sashay: To walk in an ostentatious yet casual manner, typically with exaggerated movements.
Saturday: The seventh day of the week, following Friday.
Screenplay: The script of a film, including acting instructions and scene directions.
Seaway: A navigable route for ships at sea; a sea lane.
Shipway: A ramp or slipway used for launching ships.
Sideway: An alternative term for a path or walkway at the side of a road or building.
Skyway: An elevated highway or a bridge between buildings, high above the ground.
Slipway: A sloped ramp down to the water for launching boats or ships.
Speedway: A racetrack for motorbikes, cars, or bicycles, often oval-shaped.
Stairway: A set of steps leading from one floor of a building to another.
Stingray: A flat, marine fish with a long, whip-like tail that can deliver a venomous sting.
Subway: An underground urban railway system used for mass transit.
Sunday: The first day of the week, traditionally seen as a day of rest and worship in many cultures.
Takeaway: Food intended to be eaten off the premises; a key point or fact to be remembered.
Taxiway: A path on an airport linking runways with hangars, terminals, and other facilities.
Thruway: A high-speed highway, especially one with controlled access.
Thursday: The fifth day of the week, following Wednesday and preceding Friday.
Tideway: A part of a river affected by tides.
Today: The present day.
Towaway: A situation where vehicles are towed away by authorities or services.
Trackway: A path formed by the repeated passage of people, animals, or vehicles.
Tramway: A track for trams; a tram system.
Tuesday: The third day of the week, following Monday and preceding Wednesday.
Underway: In motion or progress; already started.
Walkway: A path or passage for walking, especially one that is elevated or specially designated.
Waterway: A river, canal, or other route for travel by water.
Wednesday: The fourth day of the week, following Tuesday and preceding Thursday.
Workaday: Ordinary, everyday; not holiday or exceptional.
X-ray: A type of radiation used in medical imaging to view inside the body.
Yesterday: The day before today.
Yea: An affirmative vote or assent.
Affray: A public brawl or disturbance.
Airway: The path that air follows to enter and leave the lungs; also, a designated route for airplanes.
Alleyway: A narrow passageway between or behind buildings.
Anime: A style of Japanese film and television animation.
Ashtray: A receptacle for ash and cigarette or cigar butts.
Backstay: A rope or wire supporting the mast of a ship from the rear or the stern.
Ballet: A classical form of dance characterized by grace, precision, and fluid movements.

Wrapping Up

In this article, we explored over 250 words that rhyme with “say” to expand your rhyming vocabulary for songwriting or poetry.

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