English vocabulary · C1
Flair
/fler/ · n.
Flair is a natural way of doing something well and making it your own. People notice that personal touch at once.
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Example sentences
- The chef decorates every cake with flair.
- Her red jacket adds flair to the room.
Word origin and roots
from Old French
- flaire — scent (from Old French)
Synonyms and nuances
- TALENT — skill that comes easily (Strong Natural Ability)
- GIFT — natural ability (Something You Do Well)
- KNACK — a way of doing well (Easy Practical Skill)
Similar words
- talent
- gift
- knack
- style
- touch
Lesson notes
Flair is a natural way of doing something well and making it your own. People notice that personal touch at once.
Related: talent, gift, knack. Use flair when natural skill shows personal style.
The chef decorates every cake with flair. Her red jacket adds flair to the room.
From Old French. Flaire- means scent. Like a hound following scent with skill, flair means a natural gift people notice.