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Tenacious Learner Posted 14 years ago
Grammar

Comment vs commentary

Hi teachers,
Could you tell me what the difference is between 'comment' and 'commentary'?

Thanks in advance
  

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A comment is, typically, a short statement. A commentary could be a lengthy dissertation on something or a spoken explanation of an event. CMIIW

— Brandonicholas

  • A comment is, typically, a short statement.
  • A commentary could be a lengthy dissertation on something or a spoken explanation of an event.
  • CMIIW
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A comment is, typically, a short statement.
A commentary could be a lengthy dissertation on something or a spoken explanation of an event.

CMIIW
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Comment is both a noun and a verb. Commentary is a noun.
As nouns, there isn't too much difference. I would say that a commentary would be longer and more detailed compared with a comment.
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Hi John,
Thank you for your reply and additional comments.Emotion: smile

Best,
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