aconséjame
/akonsexame/from spelling rules
To say "advise me" in Spanish, you use aconséjame.
This phrase is used when making a request for a suggestion or guidance on what to do in a particular situation.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Latin America, you may use the phrases ¿Podrías darme un consejo, por favor? to say "Could you give me advice, please?" or ¿Me puedes aconsejar algo? to say "Can you advise me on something?"
How do you pronounce it?
/akonsexame/
Did you know?
- The root word consejo can mean both 'advice' and 'city council'. If you ask for a consejo in a government building, you might be asking for a meeting with a local official instead of a suggestion.
- In many Spanish-speaking cultures, asking aconséjame can imply a level of intimacy or trust that goes beyond a simple request for information.
- In some formal contexts, such as legal or professional settings, the term asesoría is used instead of consejo. An asesor is a professional advisor, whereas someone giving consejos is often seen as acting on a personal or friendly level.
Examples in context
- Estimado Sr. García, ¿podría aconsejarme sobre cómo manejar esta situación complicada en la oficina?Dear Mr. García, could you advise me on how to handle this complicated situation at the office?
- Javier, estoy pensando en viajar a Madrid. ¿Me puedes aconsejar qué lugares visitar?Javier, I'm thinking of traveling to Madrid. Can you advise me on what places to visit?
- Aconséjame qué hacer.Advise me what to do.
- No sé qué estudiar, aconséjame.I don't know what to study, advise me.
- Tengo un problema con mi jefe, aconséjame.I have a problem with my boss, advise me.
- Aconséjame sobre qué coche comprar.Advise me on which car to buy.
Example conversation
Daniel is asking Elena for help with a career decision.
- DanielElena, no sé qué carrera elegir, aconséjame.Elena, I don't know which career to choose, advise me.
- ElenaDeberías pensar en lo que te apasiona.You should think about what you are passionate about.
- Daniel¿Crees que la tecnología es una buena opción?Do you think technology is a good option?
- ElenaSí, tiene mucho futuro para ti.Yes, it has a great future for you.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
