How to Pronounce Counsel
Counsel
ˈk.aʊ.n.s.əl
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Definition
Counsel means advice or help given to someone to solve a problem.
Examples
- She asked for counsel from her teacher about how to study better.
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Words With Similar Sounds
Council
'kaʊnsəl
The city council will meet tomorrow to discuss the new policy.
Common Word Combinations
| Phrase | Type | Stress Pattern | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| legal counsel | collocation | LEgal COUNsel | She sought legal counsel before signing the contract. |
| counsel against | phrasal verb | COUNsel aGAINST | Doctors often counsel against smoking for health reasons. |
| counsel session | collocation | COUNsel SESsion | The counselor scheduled a counsel session for the student. |
| counsel with | phrasal verb | COUNsel WITH | You should counsel with your advisor before deciding. |
Fun Fact
The word 'counsel' comes from the Latin 'consilium,' meaning 'advice' or 'plan,' and originally referred to a group of advisors before evolving to mean the advice itself.
Word Family
noun
counsel
Advice or guidance given to someone about what they should do.
"She asked her teacher for counsel about choosing a university."
verb
counsel
To give advice or help someone to make a decision.
"The doctor counseled him to eat healthier and exercise more."
adjective
counseling
Relating to giving advice or help about personal or psychological problems.
"She works in a counseling center to help students with their problems."
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