comment
Meaning: A spoken or written remark expressing an opinion or observation
'Comment' as a noun is a remark or observation about something, often expressing an opinion. As a verb, it means to make such a remark. 'No comment' is a standard response to avoid answering questions, especially from journalists. In computing, a 'comment' is text in code that is not executed.
Examples
- Do you have any comments on the proposed changes? 您对提议的变更有什么意见吗?¿Tiene algún comentario sobre los cambios propuestos?提案された変更についてコメントはありますか?제안된 변경 사항에 대해 의견이 있으십니까?
- She refused to comment on the allegations. 她拒绝就这些指控发表评论。Ella se negó a comentar sobre las acusaciones.彼女はその疑惑についてコメントを拒否しました。그녀는 그 의혹에 대해 논평을 거부했습니다.
- The article attracted hundreds of comments online. 这篇文章在网上吸引了数百条评论。El artículo atrajo cientos de comentarios en línea.その記事はオンラインで何百ものコメントを集めました。그 기사는 온라인에서 수백 개의 댓글을 모았습니다.
Pronunciation
Usage Guide
Context: general
Tone: neutral
Origin & History
From Latin 'commentum' meaning 'invention' or 'interpretation', from 'comminisci' (to contrive, to devise in the mind). Entered English through Old French 'coment'. The original sense was a scholarly annotation or interpretation of a text.
Cultural Context
Era: Modern
Generation: All ages
Social background: Universal
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