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Fare

UK /["/feə(r)/"]/US /["/fer/"]/

Definition

the money that you pay to travel by bus, plane, taxi, etc.

In simple words: The money you pay for a journey on public transport.

Examples

  • The bus fare to downtown is $2.50.
  • She paid the taxi fare quickly before leaving.
  • The airline adjusted its fare prices due to fuel costs.
  • During the festival, the fare offered at the food stalls was unique and delicious.
  • They enjoyed a variety of international fare at the banquet.

Usage notes

Use 'fare' when talking about the cost of buses, taxis, or trains. It's not commonly used for other types of payments. Avoid using it in very casual contexts.

Grammar pattern

fare + object

Memory hint

Sounds like 'fair' — think of paying a fair amount for a ride.

Collocations

  • expensive
  • high
  • cheap
  • pay
  • charge
  • increase
  • cost (somebody) something
  • start at something
  • start from something
  • hike
  • increase
  • rise
  • at…fare
  • an increase in fares
  • a rise in fares
  • a reduction in fares
  • pick up
  • gourmet
  • rich
  • plain
  • offer
  • serve
  • sample

Synonyms

  • charge
  • fee
  • cost
  • price
  • rate

Antonyms

  • discount
  • rebate

Common mistakes

  • Confusing 'fare' with 'fair' which refers to justice or an exhibition.
  • Using 'fare' in expressions about food (e.g., 'dinner fare' is correct but can confuse learners).