Advice vs. Advise (A Carla Writing Tip)​

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I realized I hadn't written a writing tip for a while, so. . . here we go with a quick one!

Disclaimer

These definitions are for AMERICAN ENGLISH. I'm not sure of the correct spellings for these two words in British English or anywhere else in the world. Thought I'd say that up front before y'all jump on me about how I'm not speaking for everyone. :)

Advice

Advice is a noun. You give advice. You take advice. Well, at least some of you do.

Merriam-Webster Online defines advice as: recommendation regarding a decision or course of conduct.

Advise

Advise is a verb. Some of us advise others here at Wealthy Affiliate. Those people, in turn, advise others. To give advice.

Merriam-Webster Online defines advise as: to give an opinion or suggestion to someone about what should be done : to give advice to (someone)

So There You Have It

It's a very small change, a "c" or an "s." but it does make a difference. I think this may be one of the things you have to commit to memory. Give it a shot!

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Thank you Carla, very well explained.
All the best,
Brandon

You're welcome, Brandon.

Hi Carla,
The definitions and spellings are the same in UK English.
All the best,
Brandon

Thanks for letting me know that, Brandon.

Once again you have done a service for WA. Thanks

You're very welcome, Sharon.

Thank you Carla for the advice.

You're welcome.

Simple and good post, thanks, candy Carla. :)

You're welcome, Jewel.

Thanks Carla makes perfect sense to me there is a difference between the two. We are blessed to learn line upon line, here a little, there a little. Ever-learning - Daniel

Yes, Daniel, we are always learning!

Those c and s doesnot make sence to Google when I ask the noun and the verb google says twice advice with a C

I don't go with Google usually. The way I wrote it is the way I know it and I verified with Merriam-Webster. The verb is advise.

Another great article!

Thanks, Kristy!

thanks Carla, you are so clear with your writing tips!
I always enjoy them!

Thank you!

Thank you about giving me advice about advise Carla
Ken

Yep, that is an easy one to slip up on. I even have to catch myself at times. I have noticed it several times here recently, must be why you wrote this blog. Lol....Thanks Carla. :))

You're welcome, Kim!

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