21 December 2025
Comment in German - A Word for Sharing and Reacting
Whether you’re scrolling social media, watching a YouTube video, or reading an article, you’ll find opinions everywhere. That’s why knowing how to say comment in German is surprisingly essential for modern learners.
The word is Kommentar, pronounced /kɔmɛnˈtaːɐ̯/. Stress the final syllable, with a long a. English “commentary” usually stresses the first syllable, so it is not a stress guide for Kommentar.
Kommentar is masculine, so it’s der Kommentar. The plural is die Kommentare. If you’re still finding German noun gender tricky, my gender video lesson gives a fast and friendly overview.
Kommentar is one of the 1000 most frequently used nouns in German, and it’s crucial for both digital conversation and traditional news or analysis.
Examples in all four cases:
Nominative:Der Kommentar war sachlich und höflich.The comment was factual and polite.
Accusative:Ich habe den Kommentar gelesen.I read the comment.
Dative:Mit dem Kommentar konnte ich nichts anfangen.I couldn’t make sense of the comment.
Genitive:Der Inhalt des Kommentars war überraschend.The content of the comment was surprising.
Real-World Tips for Learners
In German, Kommentar works just like in English - it can mean an online reply, a spoken opinion, or even a newspaper editorial. You’ll see it everywhere from YouTube to political blogs.
Common contexts include:
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einen Kommentar schreiben - to write a comment
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Kommentare lesen/löschen - to read/delete comments
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bitte hinterlasse einen Kommentar - please leave a comment
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ein negativer Kommentar - a negative comment
In traditional media, Kommentar also refers to editorials or expert opinions, like:
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politischer Kommentar - political commentary
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Kommentar zur aktuellen Lage - commentary on the current situation
You might also hear someone say kein Kommentar - no comment - especially when dodging questions. It means “no comment” and is just as concise.
Note: kommentieren is the related verb, and it’s a regular one. So:Ich kommentiere den Beitrag. - I’m commenting on the post.
Beginner dialogue using Kommentar:
A: Hast du meinen Kommentar unter dem Foto gesehen?B: Ja! Ich musste richtig lachen.A: Did you see my comment under the photo?B: Yes! I really had to laugh.
Now it’s your turn. Think of your answer and say it aloud using Kommentar.
“Wann hast du das letzte Mal einen Kommentar geschrieben - und worum ging es?”When was the last time you wrote a comment - and what was it about?
Say your answer out loud in German and include Kommentar in your sentence.
German Word of the DayNow you know how to say comment in German - and how der Kommentar helps you take part in opinions, discussions, and digital life.
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