How to Pronounce "flare up"
expression
ˈfɫɛɹ/ /ˈəp
FLAIR-up
flˈeə/ /ˈʌp
FLAIR-up
Definition
To suddenly start or become more intense, especially referring to anger, violence, or the worsening of a medical condition.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈfɫɛɹ/ /ˈəp
British English
flˈeə/ /ˈʌp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
FLAIR-up
UK
FLAIR-up
Listen in Context
His anger can flare up without warning.
Old injuries sometimes flare up in cold weather.
Violence may flare up after the match.
My allergies always flare up in the spring.