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Advise vs. Inform

Advise

/ədˈvaɪz/

To give suggestions or recommendations to someone about what they should do

Examples:

'Do not be so upset,' Becky advised her.We will do what he advises.'I had no hesitation in advising him to marry.

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Inform

/ɪnˈfɔːm/

To tell someone something or give information about something

Examples:

'It is a work of art,' Jondrette informed him."That is a swarm of bees," Terenty informs them.He is paid for informing.

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Ways to tell them apart:

Inform is about providing information without necessarily offering opinions.
Advise involves guidance or recommendations based on some level of expertise or opinion.
If youre telling someone about something new, you inform' them.
When offering recommendations or suggestions on what to do, you advise them.
Inform is more neutral, while advise implies a suggestion or course of action.

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