noun

en kommentar

comment

En kort text eller ett yttrande där man säger vad man tycker eller förklarar något.

Kommentar (Swedish) - Comment (English)

Definition: A "kommentar" is a statement, observation, or explanation made about a subject, text, event, or situation. It often serves to provide additional information, express an opinion, or clarify meaning.

Usage:

  • In everyday conversation, a kommentar is what someone says or writes to highlight something or give their view.
  • In texts or articles, it usually refers to a remark added by the author or editor.
  • In computer programming, a kommentar is a note in the source code meant for humans to read, ignored by the compiler or interpreter.

Similar words:

  • Anmärkning (remark or note): More formal and often denotes pointing out a flaw or offering a critique.
  • Utläggning (explanation): More detailed and elaborate than a simple kommentar.
  • Observation (observation): Focuses on reporting or noting facts, while a kommentar might include opinions.

The key distinctions are typically in the length, intent, and context of the statement.

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Examples

Han skrev en kommentar på webbsidan.noun

He wrote a comment on the website.

Mina kommentarer var snälla och hjälpsamma.noun

My comments were kind and helpful.

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