B1adjectivenaturefood
US/rer/
UK/reə/
not happening or seen very often; also used for meat cooked only a little
In context
It's rare to see snow in this part of the country.
The museum has a collection of rare books from the sixteenth century.
I'd like my steak rare, please, with a green salad on the side.
Words that go with rare
adjective + noun
- rare diseaseShe was diagnosed with a rare disease that affects the skin.
- rare speciesThe forest is home to many rare species of birds.
- rare occasionOn the rare occasions when he cooks, he makes pasta.
- rare opportunityThis is a rare opportunity to meet the author in person.
adverb + adjective
- extremely rareSerious side effects from this vaccine are extremely rare.
- relatively rareShark attacks are relatively rare in these waters.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
He rare goes out at night.Correct: He rarely goes out at night.