German word

Kommentator

Pronunciation

IPA/kɔmɛnˈtaːtoːɐ̯/

Meaning

  • masculine nouncommentator

Example

Der Kommentator erklärt das Spiel.

The commentator explains the game.

Illustration for Kommentator (commentator)

More examples

Der Kommentator kommentierte die kontroverse Entscheidung des Schiedsrichters.

The commentator commented on the referee's controversial decision.

Core concept

An informed narrator turns unfolding events or a current subject into spoken or written explanation with personal assessment.

Common phrases

  • Haupt-Kommentator

    lead commentator

  • Studio-Kommentator

    studio commentator

  • Hörfunk-Kommentator

    radio commentator

Similar words

Moderator: A person who leads a discussion or program, encourages speakers, and maintains order.
Reporter: A news worker who investigates situations on site and reports the gathered facts.
Sprecher: A person who delivers official information by reading statements or announcements aloud.
Experte: A person who provides expert explanations and assessments within a specific field.

Definition in German

Person, die ein Ereignis oder ein Thema mündlich oder schriftlich erklärt und dabei eigene Beobachtungen oder Bewertungen liefert

Word origin

Kommentator entered German as a Latin-derived noun connected with commentari, the verb for discussing or reflecting on a subject.

Usage tips

  • In broadcast contexts, Kommentator differs from Moderator, who presents or manages a program rather than mainly explaining its content.

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