"advice column"の定義と意味

What is an "advice column"?

An advice column is a type of regular feature in a newspaper, magazine, or online publication where a columnist offers guidance, suggestions, or solutions to readers' personal problems or questions. Readers often submit letters or emails asking for help with issues such as relationships, work, family, or other life challenges. The columnist then responds with thoughtful, sometimes humorous, advice. Advice columns are popular for providing practical tips, emotional support, or simply offering a fresh perspective on common problems, and they can be found in both print and digital formats.