French word

conseil

Pronunciation

IPA/kɔ̃sɛj/

Meaning

  • masculine nounadvice

Example

Merci pour ton conseil.

Thank you for your advice.

Illustration for conseil (advice)

More examples

Avant de signer, je demande conseil à mon avocat.

Before signing, I ask my lawyer for advice.

Core concept

A practical suggestion that points toward a useful decision or solution.

Common phrases

  • demander conseil

    ask for advice

  • prendre conseil

    seek advice

  • suivre un conseil

    follow advice

  • un conseil utile

    useful advice

Similar words

avis: An individual's view or judgment concerning a matter.
proposition: A concrete action or solution proposed for consideration.
recommandation: Expert or official guidance indicating what action or policy is advisable.

Definition in French

Recommandation destinée à aider quelqu'un à résoudre un problème ou à faire un choix.

Word origin

French conseil derives from Latin consilium through Old French, with the older sense connected to deliberation and consultation.

Usage tips

  • In conseil municipal, conseil means a council or governing body rather than personal advice, so context determines the sense.

Other meanings

  • councilnoun

Opposites

Related words

  • conseilleradviseverb
  • conseillèrefemale advisernoun
  • conseillérecommendedadjective

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