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counseling

/ˈkaʊnsəlɪŋ/ /ˈkʌnsəlɪŋ/

Meanings
verb
To give advice, especially professional advice, to (somebody).

Examples :

"Psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers and other mental health professionals counsel clients."
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Illustration prudence

prudence noun

/ˈpɹuːdəns/

The quality or state of being prudent; wisdom in the way of caution and provision; discretion; carefulness; hence, also, economy; frugality.

"Showing prudence in her spending, Maria saved a portion of her allowance each week. "

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classmate noun

/ˈklɑːs.meɪt/

A student who is in the same class at school.

"My classmate Sarah and I are working on a science project together. "

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professional noun

/pɹəˈfɛʃənəl/

A person who belongs to a profession

"My uncle is a professional engineer. "

Illustration psychiatrists

psychiatrists noun

/saɪˈkaɪətrɪsts/ /psaɪˈkaɪətrɪsts/

A medical doctor specializing in psychiatry.

"Many psychiatrists prescribe medication to help their patients manage mental health conditions. "

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assistance noun

/əˈsɪs.təns/

Aid; help; the act or result of assisting.

"The student received assistance from the teacher with her math homework. "

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recommend verb

/ɹɛkəˈmɛnd/

To bestow commendation on; to represent favourably; to suggest, endorse or encourage as an appropriate choice.

"The board recommends Philips, given his ample experience in similar positions."

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resolution noun

/ˌɹɛzəˈluːʃ(ə)n/ /ˌɹɛzəˈl(j)uʃ(ə)n/

A strong will, determination.

"Despite the difficult situation, her resolution to finish the project was unwavering. "

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especially adverb

/əˈspɛʃ(ə)li/

(manner) In a special manner; specially.

"My sister is very helpful, especially when it comes to organizing things. "

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difficulties noun

/ˈdɪfɪkəltiz/

A series of frustrations

"Learning a new language often presents many difficulties, including remembering vocabulary and understanding grammar rules. "

Illustration somebody

somebody noun

/ˈsʌmbədɪ/ /ˈsʌmbɑdi/

A recognised or important person, a celebrity.

"That famous singer, somebody everyone recognizes, is performing at the school concert. "

Illustration professionals

professionals noun

/prəˈfeʃənəlz/ /pɹəˈfɛʃənəlz/

A person who belongs to a profession

"The hospital hired several new professionals, including doctors and nurses, to improve patient care. "

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psychologists noun

/saɪˈkɒlədʒɪsts/ /saɪˈkɑːlədʒɪsts/

An expert in the field of psychology.

"Psychologists help people understand and manage their emotions. "