Flare vs. Flair

Flare vs. flair are commonly confused because they sound alike, but they mean different things.

Flare

It means a burst of light, a widening shape, or to widen/burst outward. It can be noun or verb.

As a noun

It is a sudden burst of light or flame. It can be a device/signal; a widening at bottom.

The Flare of match lite the room.
She wore bell-bottoms with a wide flare.

Aa a verb

It means to burn brightly; to widen outward; to become angry suddenly.

The fire flared in the wind.
The skirt flares at the hem.
His temper flared.

Flair

It is a noun only. It means a natural talent, aptitude, or stylishness.

She has a flair for design.
He has a flair for languages.

Mnemonic

Flair has “air” — think of style, elegance, or a natural “air” about someone.

Here, “air” is used figuratively, like in phrases such as:

She has an air of confidence.
He has a certain air about him.
There’s an air of elegance in the room.

Flare has “fire” associations — light, flame, bursting outward.

In a nutshell

Flair means talent or style.

Fare means burst or widen or flame.

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