Question

Find the correct verb for the word 'advice' :

• A. advise
• B. advisor
• C. advisable
• D. advisory

Hint:

Remember the 'c' vs. 's' rule for similar-sounding words: 'advice' (noun, with 'c') and 'advise' (verb, with 's'). This pattern applies to other pairs like 'practice' (noun) and 'practise' (verb in British English, though 'practice' is both in American English).

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Step 1: Understand the difference between 'advice' and its related forms.

Advice (with 'c') is a noun, meaning guidance or recommendations offered with regard to prudent future action.
We are looking for the verb form, which describes the action of giving advice. Step 2: Evaluate each option.
(1) advise (with 's'): This is the verb form of 'advice', meaning to offer suggestions about the best course of action. For example, "I advise you to study hard."
(2) advisor: This is a noun, referring to a person who gives advice.
(3) advisable: This is an adjective, meaning to be recommended or sensible.
(4) advisory: This can be an adjective (e.g., an advisory committee) or a noun (e.g., a weather advisory), typically relating to giving advice or information. It is not the verb form of 'advice'. Step 3: Conclude the correct verb form.
The correct verb form for the word 'advice' is 'advise'. $$(1) advise$$