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Summary

This video clarifies the difference between the words 'advise' and 'advice.' 'Advise' is a formal verb meaning to recommend, while 'advice' is a non-countable noun referring to guidance or recommendations. The video explains common mistakes, such as saying 'an advice' or 'a good advice,' and emphasizes the use of 'some advice' in most cases. It also highlights how to count advice using 'a piece of advice.' The lesson is designed to help learners use these words correctly in everyday English.

Takeaways

• 😀 'Advise' is a verb and is used to suggest actions or offer recommendations.
• 😀 'Advice' is a noun and refers to guidance or recommendations given to someone.
• 😀 The pronunciation of 'advise' has a 'z' sound, while 'advice' has an 's' sound.
• 😀 'Advise' is a more formal word and is typically used in professional or serious contexts.
• 😀 The common structure for using 'advise' is 'to advise someone to do something' (e.g., 'They advised him to be careful').
• 😀 It's also correct to use 'advise that' for formal recommendations (e.g., 'They advised that he be careful').
• 😀 'Advice' is a non-countable noun, so we do not say 'an advice' or 'a good advice.'
• 😀 To count 'advice,' we say 'a piece of advice' or 'pieces of advice' (e.g., 'Let me give you a piece of advice').
• 😀 The most common way to use 'advice' is with 'some' (e.g., 'Let me give you some advice').
• 😀 'Advise' and 'advice' are often confused, but they have distinct meanings and grammatical rules.
• 😀 To sound natural, use 'some advice' or 'a piece of advice' in everyday conversation, as 'advice' is typically non-countable.

Q & A

What is the main difference between 'advise' and 'advice'?

'Advise' is a verb, meaning to recommend or suggest something, while 'advice' is a noun, referring to guidance or recommendations given.

How is the pronunciation of 'advise' different from 'advice'?

'Advise' has a 'z' sound, like in 'zebra', while 'advice' has an 's' sound, like in 'sun' or 'star'.

Can 'advise' be used in everyday conversation?

'Advise' is more formal and is typically used in professional or serious contexts, rather than in casual conversations.

Can both 'advise him to be careful' and 'advise that he be careful' be used correctly?

Yes, both phrases are grammatically correct, but 'advise him to be careful' is more common and preferred in most situations.

Why is 'advice' considered a non-countable noun?

'Advice' is a non-countable noun because it represents general guidance or recommendations, which can't be counted as individual units in its usual form.

What is the correct way to use 'advice' in a sentence?

The most common and correct way to use 'advice' is with 'some', for example, 'Let me give you some advice'. You cannot say 'an advice' or 'a good advice'.

How can 'advice' be counted if necessary?

'Advice' can be counted by saying 'a piece of advice'. For example, 'Let me give you a piece of advice.'

What are some common mistakes when using 'advice'?

A common mistake is saying 'an advice' or 'a good advice', which is incorrect. Instead, use 'some advice' or 'a piece of advice'.

What example is provided for using 'a piece of advice'?

An example provided is: 'His father gave him one very good piece of advice.' This shows how 'advice' can be counted when it's referred to as 'a piece of advice'.

Is it possible to give multiple pieces of advice?

Yes, you can give multiple pieces of advice. For example: 'Let me give you all a piece of advice,' or 'Top five worst pieces of advice.'