Synonyms for

Raps

Verb / ræps / Another word for raps — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to strike sharply or vigorously; to talk or chat in a lively, informal way

Synonyms & similar words

blame hiphop rapmusic whang knock belt tap knap strike pat rap pink whack hit strike pound knock chat talk converse discuss banter gossip blab jabber jaw prattle yak chatter babble

Example sentences

  1. He raps his pencil on the desk when he's bored.
  2. The boxer raps his opponent with a quick jab.
  3. We like to rap about music and movies.
  4. I saw two guys on the street corner rapping and beatboxing.
  5. She raps with her friends on social media.

Quotes

  • I'm living everyday like a hustle. Another drug to juggle. Another day, another struggle.
  • I'm a writer. I write from my heart. Whether it's a rap song, a ballad, a love song, whatever it is. I write it from the heart.
  • Hip-hop is the streets. Hip-hop is a couple of elements that it comes from back in the days... that feel of music with urgency that speaks to you. It speaks to your livelihood and it's not compromised. It's blunt. It's raw, straight off the street - from the beat to the voice to the words.

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