Noun or verb?
advice vs advise
Meaning, pronunciation, and examples
Advice is a noun for a helpful suggestion. Advise is the verb meaning “to give advice.” Advice ends with /s/; advise ends with /z/.
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Word 1
advice
noun
An opinion or suggestion offered to help someone decide what to do.
US pronunciation
/ədˈvaɪs/
UK IPA
/ədˈvaɪs/
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How to pronounce it
Stress VICE and end with an unvoiced /s/, with no vibration in your throat.
Word 2
advise
verb
To recommend an action or give someone guidance.
US pronunciation
/ədˈvaɪz/
UK IPA
/ədˈvaɪz/
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How to pronounce it
Stress VIZE and finish with a voiced /z/, which should create a gentle buzz.
Sound contrast
How to tell them apart
The first two syllables are alike. At the end of advice, let air pass without vibration for /s/. At the end of advise, keep your voice on for /z/.
Direct answer
What is the difference?
You can give, receive, ask for, or follow advice. A person can advise someone to take an action. Advice is uncountable in standard English, so say “some advice” or “a piece of advice,” not “an advice.”
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Examples with
advice
- Your advice was practical and kind.
- I asked my mentor for advice.
- Here is one useful piece of advice.
Examples with
advise
- The doctor advised me to rest.
- I advise you to check the details first.
- Experts advise caution during the storm.
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