Counseled: meaning, definitions and examples
๐งโ๐ซ
counseled
[ หkaสnsษld ]
advice given
Counseled refers to the act of giving guidance or advice, particularly in a professional setting, such as therapy, legal matters, or education. It often implies a formal or informal process where someone seeks to support another person in making decisions or resolving issues. This term is commonly used in mental health, legal, and educational fields where advice is offered based on expertise. Effective counseling requires active listening and empathy from the counselor to help the individual navigate their challenges.
Synonyms
advised, assisted, guided, recommended
Examples of usage
- The lawyer counseled her client about the legal options available.
- She counseled her friend through a difficult breakup.
- Teachers often counseled students on their academic futures.
- The therapist counseled the family on effective communication strategies.
Translations
Translations of the word "counseled" in other languages:
๐ต๐น aconselhado
๐ฎ๐ณ เคธเคฒเคพเคน เคฆเฅ เคเค
๐ฉ๐ช beraten
๐ฎ๐ฉ dinasihati
๐บ๐ฆ ะฟะพัะฐะดะถะตะฝะพ
๐ต๐ฑ doradzono
๐ฏ๐ต ๅฉ่จใใใ
๐ซ๐ท conseillรฉ
๐ช๐ธ aconsejado
๐น๐ท tavsiye edilen
๐ฐ๐ท ์กฐ์ธ๋ฐ์
๐ธ๐ฆ ููุตุญ ุจู
๐จ๐ฟ poradeno
๐ธ๐ฐ poradenรฉ
๐จ๐ณ ่ขซๅปบ่ฎฎ
๐ธ๐ฎ svetovano
๐ฎ๐ธ rรกรฐlagt
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะบะตาฃะตั ะฑะตััะปะดั
๐ฌ๐ช แแแกแแฌแแแแ แ
๐ฆ๐ฟ mษslษhษt gรถrรผldรผ
๐ฒ๐ฝ aconsejado
Etymology
The word 'counseled' is derived from the Middle English term 'counselen', which comes from the Old French 'conseiller', meaning to advise. The origin can be traced back to the Latin 'consiliare', which relates to giving advice or counsel. Historically, the practice of counseling has roots in various ancient cultures where elders or wise individuals would offer advice to others in the community. Over time, the term evolved to encompass more formalized practices, especially with the rise of professional counseling services in the 20th century. Today, counseling is recognized as a vital profession, essential for mental health support and decision-making processes.
Word Frequency Rank
Positioned at #21,116, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.
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