CEFR B2

advise

verb

Meaning

To offer suggestions about the best course of action to someone.

Examples

I advise you to be cautious when investing your money.
The lawyer advised her client on the legal implications of the contract.

Synonyms: suggest, recommend, counsel, guide

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advise (B2)

verb

Pronunciation: /ədˈvaɪz/

Definition

To offer suggestions about the best course of action to someone.

Examples

I advise you to be cautious when investing your money.
The lawyer advised her client on the legal implications of the contract.
Can you advise me on the best way to prepare for the exam?

How to Use advise

advise someone to do something (prepositional phrase): To recommend a specific action to a person. — "The doctor advised me to get more rest."
advise someone on something (prepositional phrase): To give guidance or information about a particular subject. — "He advised the students on their career choices."
advise against doing something (prepositional phrase): To recommend that someone should not do a particular thing. — "My parents advised against me moving abroad."

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