Conseilla (en. Advised)
/kɔ̃.se.ja/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
verb
Give an opinion or recommendation on something to do.
He advised me to study more for the exam.
Il me conseilla d'étudier davantage pour l'examen.
Suggest a decision or action to someone.
She advised me to take the train instead of the car.
Elle m'a conseillé de prendre le train plutôt que la voiture.
Indicate a path or a method to follow.
The expert advised him to opt for an alternative solution.
L'expert lui conseilla d'opter pour une solution alternative.
Etymology
The verb 'conseiller' comes from the Latin 'consiliari,' which means 'to give advice.'
Common Phrases and Expressions
advise a good plan
Recommend a beneficial solution.
conseiller un bon plan
advise to be careful
Warn someone to stay vigilant.
conseiller de faire attention
a wise recommendation
A well-considered recommendation.
un conseil avisé
Related Words
advice
An opinion given on a decision to make.
conseil
adviser
A person who gives opinions or recommendations.
conseiller
consultant
A person who offers professional advice.
consultant
Slang Meanings
Informal advising among friends.
He gave me a piece of advice, like 'do this and that.'
Il m'a filé un conseil, genre 'fais ça et ça.'
Quick advice without commitment.
I gave him quick advice for his interview.
Je lui ai donné un conseil express pour son entretien.