Aconseja (en. Advises)

/akonˈse.xa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To recommend or suggest that someone do something.
The doctor advises that you drink more water.
El médico aconseja que bebas más agua.
To give advice on a specific topic.
I advise you to study for the exam.
Te aconsejo que estudies para el examen.
To warn or alert someone about a situation.
They advise caution when driving in the rain.
Ellos aconsejan precaución al manejar bajo la lluvia.

Etymology

From the verb 'aconsejar', which comes from the Latin 'aconsigliare'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

they advise me
it refers to receiving recommendations from other people.
me aconsejan
to advise someone
the act of offering advice or guidance to another person.
aconsejar a alguien
to advise something
giving recommendations about a specific action.
aconsejar algo

Related Words

advice
Suggestion or recommendation made to someone.
consejo
advisable
That which is recommended or appropriate.
aconsejable
advisor
A person who offers advice.
aconsejador

Slang Meanings

To say what one should do.
My friend always advises me about my love problems.
Mi amigo siempre me aconseja sobre mis problemas amorosos.
To give life recommendations.
The old man in the neighborhood advises everyone about investments.
El viejo del barrio aconseja a todos sobre inversiones.