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How to Say "feedback" in Spanish

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comentario

/koh-men-TAH-ree-oh//ko.menˈta.rjo/

nounA1general
Use 'comentario' when referring to a specific opinion or remark given about a task, performance, or piece of work.
A simplified illustration showing one stylized character speaking to another. A small, simple yellow star icon floats above the listener's head, symbolizing the reception of a brief, general remark.

Examples

El profesor dio un comentario constructivo sobre mi ensayo.

The professor gave constructive feedback on my essay.

Dejó un comentario muy positivo en mi foto de la boda.

She left a very positive comment on my wedding photo.

El profesor hizo un comentario sobre la importancia de la puntualidad.

The teacher made a remark about the importance of punctuality.

No puedo creer ese comentario tan grosero que dijiste.

I can't believe that rude comment you said.

Gender Tip

Words that end in '-ario' or '-erio' are almost always masculine in Spanish, which helps you remember to use 'el' (el comentario).

Using 'La'

Mistake: “La comentario”

Correction: El comentario. Remember, this noun is masculine, so always use 'el' or 'un' before it.

reacción

nounA2general
Choose 'reacción' to describe a general public response or an immediate emotional response to something.

Examples

La reacción del público a la película fue muy positiva.

The audience's feedback on the movie was very positive.

retorno

/reh-TOR-no//reˈtoɾno/

nounA2technical/general
Use 'retorno' in specific technical contexts, like audio feedback in sound systems, or for a return journey.
A traveler with a backpack walking through a front door into a cozy house.

Examples

Hay un molesto retorno en el micrófono.

There is annoying feedback on the microphone.

Deseamos que tengas un feliz retorno a casa.

We wish you a happy return home.

El retorno del rey fue un evento histórico.

The return of the king was a historic event.

Always Masculine

Even if a woman is returning, you always use 'el retorno'. The word itself is masculine and doesn't change based on the person.

Return vs. Refund

Mistake: “Using 'retorno' when returning a shirt to a store.”

Correction: Use 'devolución' for returning items. Use 'retorno' for people or investments coming back.

Choosing Between Comentario and Reacción

Learners often confuse 'comentario' and 'reacción'. Remember that 'comentario' is for specific, often written or spoken, opinions on a task, while 'reacción' is a broader, often immediate, response or sentiment.

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