What phrases would you use to give advice?

What phrases would you use to give advice?

Giving Advice

  • (I think/I really think) you need to/must/should …
  • How about …?
  • It is usually a good idea to …
  • My suggestion/advice is (to) …
  • Why don’t you …?
  • You could (try) …
  • You probably/definitely/really should …

How do I give advice in English ESL?

Find out with these five simple ways to give advice in English.

  1. Use a modal verb. There are two modal verbs we often use for giving advice: ‘should’ and ‘ought to’.
  2. Make it into a question.
  3. Put yourself in the person’s position.
  4. Make a suggestion.
  5. Advise in a stronger way.

How do you express advice?

English speakers use the modal verbs “should,” “ought to” and “had better” to express that they think something is a good (or a bad) idea. “Should” is the most common way to give advice.

How do you say advice in English phrases?

Asking for advice:

  1. I need some advice. I’ve no idea what to do.
  2. I am at a loss to know what to do. What do you think?
  3. What do you think I should do?
  4. What would you recommend?
  5. What do you suggest?
  6. Have you got any ideas?
  7. I’d appreciate your advice.
  8. What would you advise me to do?

What is the best advice to give someone?

25 Excellent Pieces of Advice That Most People Ignore

  • Do what is right, not what is easy.
  • Dreams remain dreams until you take action.
  • Treat others the way you want to be treated.
  • When you quit, you fail.
  • Trust your instincts.
  • Learn something new every day.
  • Make what is valuable important.
  • Believe in yourself.

What should I do ESL questions?

Should and Shouldn’t

  • What are some things you should do when you first meet your boyfriend’s/girlfriend’s parents?
  • What are some things you should do to improve your English?
  • What should you do to be popular?
  • What should politicians do to make your country a better place?
  • What should people do to be happy?

What are other ways to say advice?

Synonyms of advice

  1. adjuration,
  2. admonishment,
  3. admonition,
  4. counsel,
  5. guidance,
  6. input.

Should you use advice in a sentence?

We often use the conditional structure “If I were you I should…” to give advice. If I were you, I should complain to the manager. If I were you, I shouldn’t worry about it. I shouldn’t say anything if I were you.

How do you advice someone?

Here’s the best way to give advice:

  1. Tell a story. Dry information and stats don’t inspire people to make a change or listen to you.
  2. Chunk it down.
  3. Have a good structure.
  4. Be respectful.
  5. Get to the point.
  6. Make it inspirational.
  7. Use your own experience.
  8. Relate your advice back to their problem.

How do you give good advice in a relationship?

So if your single friend ever comes to you looking for relationship advice, here’s how to do it the right way.

  1. Take Your Personal Experience Out Of The Conversation.
  2. Listen Without Making Any Judgments Or Assumptions.
  3. Help Your Friend To Identify Their Patterns.
  4. Show Empathy And Be Encouraging.
  5. Avoid Clichés.

What makes an advice good?

Seeking and giving advice are central to effective leadership and decision making. Those who give advice effectively wield soft influence—they shape important decisions while empowering others to act. As engaged listeners, they can also learn a lot from the problems that people bring them.

How do you give advice in a conversation?

In formal conversation, giving advice is often suggested through modals: ought to / should / could / If I were you. In informal conversations, people tend to use words such as I think that / I feel that / in my opinion.

How to give advice on the ESL Level?

ESL Level: lower-intermediate & intermediate Background : This is a simple speaking activity where students practice using the most common structures for giving advice / suggestions. 1) Write the below five (or seven) sentence patterns for giving advice on the board:

How to write a sentence for giving advice?

Background : This is a simple speaking activity where students practice using the most common structures for giving advice / suggestions. 1) Write the below five (or seven) sentence patterns for giving advice on the board: You should… I suggest… Why don’t… If I were you… How about… [Optional: My advice would be…] [Optional: Have you thought…]

How to write a list of asking for advice?

Students begin by reviewing language for asking and giving advice. Students then write a list of ten things that they would ask advice for, e.g. a low GPA, a broken heart, etc. Next, students write mini-dialogues, asking for and giving advice on their ten topics.