What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
flames
Example
The flames were so intense that we had to evacuate the building. [flames: noun]
Example
The candle flames danced in the breeze. [flames: noun]
blaze
Example
The forest was engulfed in a blazing inferno. [blazing: verb]
Example
The sun blazed down on the beach, making it too hot to walk on the sand. [blazed: past tense]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Flames is more commonly used than blaze in everyday language, especially when referring to a fire. Blaze is less common and is often used in more dramatic or poetic contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between flames and blaze?
Both flames and blaze are relatively informal words, but blaze may be slightly more formal due to its versatility in usage.
