Let's learn some English #5: Advice/Advise and Compliment/Complement
Let's learn some English #5: Advice/Advise and Compliment/Complement
Today we will be focusing on two sets of confusing words:
- Advice/Advise
- Compliment/Complement
Do you know the difference between advice/advise?
Let's look at advise.
Advise is according to the Cambridge Dictionary a verb. It means providing another individual with suggestions on the best course of action.
Eg. I advise you to rather use your blue pencil than your green one.
Let's look at advice.
Advice is a noun. It is the opinion or recommendation given to the person on a specific matter.
Eg. Thank you, I will act on your advice.
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Do you know the difference between compliment/complement?
Let's take a look at compliment
Compliment means giving a polite expression of praise or admiration
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Eg. You are an amazing runner.
Let's look at complement.
Complement is a word or a group of words that completes the meaning of a verb. Like when different tastes of food works together, the complement each other, or when the color of a dress and necklace works together, the complement each other.
Eg. I went to the shop today to find something that works with this piece of veal. It took me quite sometime but I think I finally found spices, a sauce and some sides that would definitely complement the veal.
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Conclusion
I know that these two words might seem totally insignificant but even the smallest of letters can change the meaning of the words. Like the s/c in advise or advice and the i/e in complement or compliment. Make sure that when you use any of these variations that you use it correctly.
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