How to Pronounce "commentary"
word
/ˈkɑmənˌtɛɹi/
KAH-muhn-teh-ree
/kˈɒməntɹˌi/
KOM-uhn-tree
Definition
A spoken or written explanation or discussion about something, such as an event, book, or sports match. It can analyze, interpret, or describe what is happening.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈkɑmənˌtɛɹi/
British English
/kˈɒməntɹˌi/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KAH-muhn-teh-ree
UK
KOM-uhn-tree
Listen in Context
The football match had live commentary on the radio.
The book includes a commentary explaining each chapter.
The teacher gave a short commentary after the video.
I love listening to funny commentary during basketball games.