# fares

/ˈfɛɹz/ (US) · /fˈeəz/ (UK)

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/fares
Updated: 2026-06-20

## Senses

### 3. food provided

noun · CEFR C1 · Literary · Formal

a range of food offered at a restaurant or event.

For teachers: a range of food of a particular type. Uncountable in this sense; often used in a slightly formal or literary context to describe a menu.

- The café offers simple local fares like fresh bread and homemade soup.
- The tavern was famous for its traditional English fares, serving hearty stews and roasted meats to weary travellers.

## Examples

- Train fares are going up again next month.
- The city council decided to lower bus fares to encourage more people to use public transportation during the week.
- While budget airlines offer low base fares, the final cost often increases significantly once passengers add fees for checked luggage and seat selection.

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