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    Conseil (en. Advice)

    /kɔ̃.sɛj/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Action of advising, recommendation.
    He gave good advice to his friend.
    Il a donné un bon conseil à son ami.
    Body responsible for making decisions or giving opinions.
    The municipal council meets every month.
    Le conseil municipal se réunit chaque mois.
    State of reflection on something to be done.
    I am in counsel with myself about this choice.
    Je suis en conseil avec moi-même sur ce choix.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'consilium', meaning meeting, advice.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to follow a piece of advice
    To obey or take into account the recommendations given.
    suivre un conseil
    to be wise counsel
    To have a wise and thoughtful opinion.
    être de bon conseil
    to ask for advice
    To seek a recommendation or advice.
    demander conseil
    to give advice
    To offer recommendations to someone.
    donner des conseils
    in council
    In meeting to discuss decisions to be made.
    en conseil

    Related Words

    adviser
    Person who gives advice.
    conseiller
    consultation
    Action of consulting to obtain an opinion.
    consultation
    deliberation
    Discussion to make a decision.
    délibération
    recommendation
    To suggest something as being better.
    recommandation
    opinion
    Opinion or judgment on a subject.
    avis

    Slang Meanings

    To give tips
    He gave him tips to improve his CV.
    Il lui a filé des tips pour améliorer son CV.
    To share information
    She shared information about her future projects.
    Elle a balancé des infos sur ses projets futurs.