Advice vs Advise
English distinguishes advice (a thing) from advise (an action), so paying attention to their forms helps you communicate clearly. This short guide shows when to use each word, with quick examples to make the difference stick.
Advice
Advice is a noun that refers to a recommendation or guidance you give or receive. Think of advice as an idea or tip that someone shares.
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Advise
Advise is a verb meaning to give a recommendation or to inform someone about what they should do. Use advise when describing the act of telling someone what you think they ought to do.
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Examples
| English Example | English Translation | Note |
|---|---|---|
| ☕ Can you give me some advice on which coffee to choose? | Can you give me some advice on which coffee to choose? | Seeking recommendation |
| 📝 The barista’s advice helped me pick the perfect blend. | The barista’s advice helped me pick the perfect blend. | Received guidance |
| ☕ I advise you to try the new espresso. | I advise you to try the new espresso. | Giving suggestion |
| 📅 She advised waiting until happy hour to order. | She advised waiting until happy hour to order. | Recommending timing |
Summary
Remember: use advice for the noun (the tip or recommendation) and advise for the verb (the act of giving that tip). If you can swap in "recommendation," you probably need advice; if you can rephrase as "tell someone to," you likely need advise.
Last updated: Tue Sep 16, 2025