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UK/["/ədˈvaɪs/"]/US/["/ədˈvaɪs/"]/

Meaning of Advice

In simple words: Help or suggestions about what someone should do.

Advice in a sentence

  • I always appreciate your advice when I'm making decisions.
  • She asked for my advice about which dress to wear.
  • If you want good advice, you should listen to the experts.
  • He gave me some valuable advice on how to save money.
  • Her advice helped me to choose the right career path.

How to use Advice

This term is best used in formal and neutral contexts when discussing guidance or recommendations. Avoid using it in informal situations or when giving personal opinions that aren't constructive.

Grammar pattern

give + advice

Memory hint

Think of 'advice' as 'a nice slice' of guidance.

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Collocations with Advice

Opposites of Advice

  • misguidance
  • discouragement

Common mistakes with Advice

  • Confusing 'advice' (noun) with 'advise' (verb).
  • Using 'advice' as a verb instead of a noun.
  • Saying 'advices' instead of 'advice' when referring to multiple suggestions.

Compare Advice with Guidance, Recommendation, Suggestion, Counsel, Tip

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Frequently asked questions about Advice

What does Advice mean?

Help or suggestions about what someone should do.

What is the definition of Advice?

an opinion or a suggestion about what somebody should do in a particular situation

How do you use Advice in a sentence?

I always appreciate your advice when I'm making decisions.

Can you give another example of Advice?

She asked for my advice about which dress to wear.

What are synonyms for Advice?

Common alternatives include guidance, recommendation, suggestion, counsel, tip.

What is the opposite of Advice?

Opposite meanings include misguidance, discouragement.

What words go with Advice?

It commonly pairs with constructive, excellent, good, bit, piece, word, give (somebody), offer (somebody), pass on, centre, column, against somebody’s advice, on somebody’s advice, advice about.

What are common mistakes when using Advice?

Confusing 'advice' (noun) with 'advise' (verb). Using 'advice' as a verb instead of a noun. Saying 'advices' instead of 'advice' when referring to multiple suggestions.

How do you pronounce Advice?

US: /["/ədˈvaɪs/"]/, UK: /["/ədˈvaɪs/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Advice?

This term is best used in formal and neutral contexts when discussing guidance or recommendations. Avoid using it in informal situations or when giving personal opinions that aren't constructive.

What CEFR level is Advice?

"Advice" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.