Explanation at your level:
A flame is the bright part of a fire. You can see it on a candle. It is hot and usually yellow or orange.
When you light a candle, you see a flame. It is the part of the fire that moves in the air. Be careful, because a flame is very hot!
A flame is the visible part of a fire. It happens when something is burning. You might see a blue flame on a gas stove or a bright orange flame on a campfire.
The term flame refers to the luminous part of a fire. It is often used to describe the intensity of a blaze. Beyond physical fire, we sometimes use it to describe strong feelings or a past romantic connection.
A flame is the incandescent gaseous phase of combustion. It is a central concept in physics and chemistry. Metaphorically, it can represent passion, inspiration, or the 'flame of hope' that persists in difficult times.
Etymologically rooted in the Latin flamma, a flame is the quintessential symbol of transformation through heat. In literature, it is frequently employed as a potent archetype for destruction, purification, or the fleeting nature of existence. Its usage spans from technical scientific descriptions to highly emotive, poetic expressions of human experience.
30秒词汇
- Visible part of fire
- Hot and bright
- Used in idioms
- Countable noun
Think of a flame as the part of a fire that actually puts on a show. It is the visible, glowing part of a combustion process that we see dancing above a burning object.
When you light a match or a candle, the flame is what you are looking at. It is essentially hot gas that is reacting with oxygen to create light and heat. It is a very common word in daily life, whether you are talking about a campfire, a stove, or even something metaphorical.
The word flame has a beautiful history. It comes from the Old French word flamme, which itself traces back to the Latin flamma, meaning 'a blazing fire'.
It has been part of the English language since the 13th century. Interestingly, it is related to the Latin verb flagrare, which means 'to burn' or 'to blaze'. Over centuries, it has remained a core word for describing fire, staying remarkably consistent in both its spelling and its warm, bright meaning.
You will hear flame used in many ways. It is common to say a fire 'bursts into flames' or that a candle 'flickers with a small flame'.
In formal writing, you might see it used to describe high-temperature industrial processes. In casual speech, people often use it to describe passion or even a person they once dated (an 'old flame'). It is a versatile word that fits almost any register.
Idioms make language fun! Here are some common ones: Add fuel to the flames (making a bad situation worse), Old flame (a former romantic partner), Burst into flames (to suddenly start burning), Fan the flames (to encourage strong emotions), and Go down in flames (to fail spectacularly).
The word flame is a countable noun. You can say 'a flame' or 'the flames'. Its pronunciation is /fleɪm/ in both British and American English, rhyming with 'name', 'same', and 'tame'.
It is often used with verbs like 'flicker', 'burn', or 'ignite'. Remember that 'flame' is singular, while 'flames' is the plural form used when describing a larger or more intense fire.
Fun Fact
It comes from the Latin 'flamma'.
Pronunciation Guide
sounds like tame
sounds like same
Common Errors
- pronouncing the 'e' at the end
- confusing with 'flam'
- stressing the wrong syllable
Rhymes With
Difficulty Rating
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What to Learn Next
Prerequisites
Learn Next
高级
Grammar to Know
Countable Nouns
a flame
Examples by Level
The candle has a small flame.
candle = wax light
singular noun
The flame is hot.
Look at the flame.
The flame is yellow.
A flame is bright.
Do not touch the flame.
The flame is moving.
I see the flame.
The campfire had big flames.
The gas stove has a blue flame.
She blew out the candle flame.
The flame flickered in the wind.
He watched the flame dance.
The flame went out suddenly.
Keep away from the flame.
The flame lit up the room.
The flame grew larger as the wood caught fire.
He lit the stove and adjusted the flame.
The candle flame cast shadows on the wall.
She stared into the flame of the fireplace.
The flame died down after a few minutes.
A tiny flame appeared on the match.
The flame was bright orange.
Wind can easily extinguish a small flame.
The house was engulfed in flames within minutes.
Her old flame showed up at the party.
He fanned the flames of their argument.
The pilot flame on the heater was broken.
The Olympic flame symbolizes peace.
The flame of revolution spread quickly.
She felt a flame of anger rise inside her.
The candle flame burned steadily.
The flame of hope remained despite the hardship.
The chemical reaction produced a vivid green flame.
His passion for music was a flame that never died.
The flame of the torch flickered against the darkness.
They were trying to keep the flame of tradition alive.
The flame of the furnace reached extreme temperatures.
She was an old flame from his college days.
The flames licked the sides of the building.
The poet described the flame as a metaphor for fleeting life.
The ancient tradition involves carrying the sacred flame.
The flame of his ambition was eventually extinguished.
The embers glowed, but the flame had long since vanished.
He sought to rekindle the flame of their friendship.
The flickering flame cast an ethereal glow.
The industrial process requires a precise flame temperature.
The flame of curiosity drove him to explore the unknown.
常见搭配
Idioms & Expressions
"old flame"
a former romantic partner
I ran into an old flame today.
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Easily Confused
similar sound
flare is a sudden burst
The light flared up.
Sentence Patterns
The [noun] had a [adjective] flame.
The candle had a bright flame.
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Verbs
Adjectives
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How to Use It
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Formality Scale
常见错误
flame is singular
Tips
Rhyme Time
Remember flame rhymes with name.
Metaphor
Use it for emotions.
Olympic Flame
A symbol of peace.
Countable
It is a countable noun.
Long A
Focus on the long A sound.
Spelling
Don't add an extra 'e' at the end.
Colors
Flames change color with heat.
Flashcards
Use pictures of candles.
Memorize It
Mnemonic
Flame rhymes with Name. Your name is bright like a flame!
Visual Association
A candle on a birthday cake.
Word Web
挑战
Describe a fire you saw.
词源
Old French
Original meaning: blazing fire
文化背景
None
Used often in idioms about relationships and anger.
Practice in Real Life
Real-World Contexts
Camping
- Build a fire
- Watch the flames
- Keep the flame going
Conversation Starters
"Have you ever sat by a campfire?"
"Do you like candles?"
"What is your favorite color of flame?"
Journal Prompts
Describe a flickering flame.
Write about a time you saw a big fire.
常见问题
2 个问题A flame is the visible part of a fire.
自我测试
The candle has a small ___.
A candle produces a flame.
What color is a gas flame?
Gas flames are typically blue.
A flame is cold.
Flames are hot.
Word
意思
Idiomatic usage.
Correct structure.
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Summary
A flame is the beautiful, dancing, and hot part of a fire.
- Visible part of fire
- Hot and bright
- Used in idioms
- Countable noun
Rhyme Time
Remember flame rhymes with name.
Metaphor
Use it for emotions.
Olympic Flame
A symbol of peace.
Countable
It is a countable noun.
例句
The flame flickered in the wind.
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