Cool MateMeaning of Commentator
a person who describes an event while it is happening, especially on television or radio
In simple words: A person who talks about an event as it happens, usually on TV or radio.
Commentator in a sentence
- a **television/sports commentator**
- He's one of the great sports commentators of our time.
- She's a political commentator for the BBC.
- Political commentators are predicting that the minister will have to resign.
- a commentator on current affairs
- He is best known as a commentator on culture and the arts.
How to use Commentator
Used in news or sports contexts; not suitable for informal conversations. Avoid in casual settings unless discussing media.
Grammar pattern
commentator + on + event
Memory hint
Think of 'comment' + 'ator' as the one who comments.
Related words
Collocations with Commentator
- sports
- basketball
- cricket
- influential
- independent
- foreign
- commentator on
Synonyms for Commentator
- announcer
- broadcaster
- narrator
- analyst
- reporter
Common mistakes with Commentator
- Confused with 'comment' as a noun or verb.
- Using 'commentator' to refer to a general speaker instead of a specific role.
- Mixing up with 'commentary', which refers to the act or script rather than the person.
Commentator appears in
Commentator in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
معلق
شخص يتكلم عن حدث أثناء حدوثه، عادة على التلفزيون أو الراديو.
- Bengaliবাংলা
ভাষ্যকার
এমন একজন ব্যক্তি যিনি টিভিতে বা রেডিওতে কোনো ঘটনা ঘটার সময় তা নিয়ে কথা বলেন।
- GermanDeutsch
Kommentator
Jemand, der über ein Ereignis spricht, während es passiert, meist im Fernsehen oder Radio.
- SpanishEspañol
Comentarista
Alguien que habla sobre un evento mientras pasa, usualmente en la tele o la radio.
- Persianفارسی
مفسر
شخصی که درباره یک رویداد در حین وقوع صحبت میکند، معمولاً در تلویزیون یا رادیو.
- FrenchFrançais
Commentateur
Quelqu'un qui parle d'un événement pendant qu'il se passe, souvent à la télé ou à la radio.
- Hindiहिन्दी
टिप्पणीकार
एक व्यक्ति जो किसी घटना के बारे में बताता है जैसे वह हो रही होती है, आमतौर पर टीवी या रेडियो पर।
- ItalianItaliano
Commentatore
Una persona che parla di un evento mentre succede, di solito in TV o alla radio.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Comentarista
Alguém que fala sobre um evento enquanto ele acontece, geralmente na TV ou rádio.
- RussianРусский
Комментатор
Человек, который рассказывает о событии, пока оно происходит, обычно по телевизору или радио.
- Urduاردو
تبصرہ نگار
وہ شخص جو کسی واقعے کے دوران اس کے بارے میں بات کرتا ہے، عام طور پر ٹی وی یا ریڈیو پر۔
- Chinese中文
评论员, 解说员
一个在事件发生时对其进行解说的人，通常是在电视或广播里。
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Frequently asked questions about Commentator
What does Commentator mean?
A person who talks about an event as it happens, usually on TV or radio.
What is the definition of Commentator?
a person who describes an event while it is happening, especially on television or radio
How do you use Commentator in a sentence?
a **television/sports commentator**
Can you give another example of Commentator?
He's one of the great sports commentators of our time.
What are synonyms for Commentator?
Common alternatives include announcer, broadcaster, narrator, analyst, reporter.
What is the opposite of Commentator?
Opposite meanings include spectator, audience, listener, viewer.
What words go with Commentator?
It commonly pairs with sports, basketball, cricket, influential, independent, foreign, commentator on.
What are common mistakes when using Commentator?
Confused with 'comment' as a noun or verb. Using 'commentator' to refer to a general speaker instead of a specific role. Mixing up with 'commentary', which refers to the act or script rather than the person.
How do you pronounce Commentator?
US: /["/ˈkɑːmənteɪtər/"]/, UK: /["/ˈkɒmənteɪtə(r)/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Commentator?
Used in news or sports contexts; not suitable for informal conversations. Avoid in casual settings unless discussing media.
What CEFR level is Commentator?
"Commentator" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.