comentario
/koh-men-TAH-ree-oh/
comment
Comentario as a general remark or observation (a comment).
comentario(Noun)
comment
?A general remark or observation
,remark
?A quick, casual observation
feedback
?Opinion given on a task or performance
📝 In Action
Dejó un comentario muy positivo en mi foto de la boda.
A1She left a very positive comment on my wedding photo.
El profesor hizo un comentario sobre la importancia de la puntualidad.
A2The teacher made a remark about the importance of punctuality.
No puedo creer ese comentario tan grosero que dijiste.
B1I can't believe that rude comment you said.
💡 Grammar Points
Gender Tip
Words that end in '-ario' or '-erio' are almost always masculine in Spanish, which helps you remember to use 'el' (el comentario).
❌ Common Pitfalls
Using 'La'
Mistake: "La comentario"
Correction: El comentario. Remember, this noun is masculine, so always use 'el' or 'un' before it.
⭐ Usage Tips
Making Comments
In Spanish, we usually 'hacer un comentario' (to make a comment) or 'dejar un comentario' (to leave a comment, especially online), rather than directly translating 'to give a comment'.
Comentario when referring to a detailed analysis or explanation (commentary).
comentario(Noun)
commentary
?A detailed analysis or explanation of a text or event
,critique
?An in-depth review
report
?A detailed spoken description (e.g., sports commentary)
📝 In Action
El experto ofreció un comentario exhaustivo sobre la nueva ley de impuestos.
B2The expert offered an exhaustive commentary on the new tax law.
Necesitas leer el comentario de texto antes de la clase de literatura.
C1You need to read the text commentary before the literature class.
💡 Grammar Points
Formal Use
When used in the sense of 'commentary,' it often appears with words like 'exhaustivo' (exhaustive) or 'profundo' (deep/profound).
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: comentario
Question 1 of 2
Which Spanish verb is most commonly used when talking about adding a remark to a social media post?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'comentario' masculine or feminine?
It is always masculine. You must use 'el' or 'un' before it (e.g., 'el comentario', 'un comentario').
How is 'comentario' different from 'opinión'?
'Comentario' is usually a specific, brief remark or observation about something particular. 'Opinión' (opinion) is a broader, general judgment or belief.