Advice vs. Advise: Understanding the Difference & Proper Usage

Advice and advise are used in different contexts, though they sound and often look the same.

Use advice as a noun when you want to talk about information that is offered to someone for them to make a decision.

> She sought advice from her financial advisor before investing her money.

Use advise as a verb when you want to talk about what you did to offer information or make recommendations.

> Her doctor advised her to get more rest.