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When You Need Advice, Ask Someone to Advise You!
Posted by Editormum on Thursday, 7 August 2003 in Definitions, Reader Questions, Usage and Diction | ∞
The Grammar Guru has been asked to explain the difference between advise and advice, two frequently misused words that should be easy to tell apart.
Advise is a verb, meaning “to tell someone what they ought to do.” It is pronounced /ad-VIZE/. Someone advised him not to invest in widgets.
Advice is a noun, meaning “a recommendation for or against a course of action.” It is pronounced /ad-VYCE/. Give advice only when it is requested.
It’s important to remember the difference, whether you are writing or speaking, if you want to avoid unsolicited advice about improving your verbal communications skills.
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Thank you, Mummy! I hope the culprits read this post and correct themselves!
To advise new writers/learners with such a valuable advice like you did is great. We should thank you so much to an advisor like you’re. Happy new year.