CEFR B2

counselled

verb

Meaning

To give advice or guidance to someone, especially on a personal or professional matter.

Examples

She counselled him on his career choices.
The therapist counselled the couple through their marital problems.

Synonyms: advise, guide, mentor, admonish

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counselled (B2)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈkaʊn.səld/

Definition

To give advice or guidance to someone, especially on a personal or professional matter.

Examples

She counselled him on his career choices.
The therapist counselled the couple through their marital problems.

How to Use counselled

counsel someone on something (prepositional phrase): To give advice to a person about a specific topic or issue. — "The financial advisor counselled her on investment strategies."
counsel someone through something (prepositional phrase): To provide guidance and support to someone while they are experiencing a difficult situation. — "The school psychologist counselled the students through their grief."
counsel with someone (prepositional phrase): To discuss and seek advice from someone. — "She decided to counsel with her parents about her future plans."

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