Advice Vs advise – Confusing words

Sometimes people ask me for advice on how to learn English – This is great!

Advice is a noun, and it’s something that I can give you.

So what about advise?

Well, advise is a verb. I can’t give it, but I can do it! i can advise you on the best way to learn, for example.

“I would advise you to add me as a friend, so that I can give you some advice on the English language.”

 

Vocabulary breakdown

Word Type of Word Meaning
Advice Noun an opinion or recommendation offered as a guide to action, conduct, etc
Advise Verb to give counsel to; offer an opinion or suggestion as worth following.

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