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Commentate is a verb that refers to the action of providing a live or recorded commentary or analysis on an event, usually for a public audience. It involves describing and interpreting an ongoing activity or situation, adding insights, and providing explanations to enhance the understanding of the audience. Commentate is commonly used in various fields such as sports, news reporting, entertainment, and gaming.
In sports, commentating typically involves providing play-by-play descriptions and analysis of the action taking place, including highlights, statistics, and personal opinions. The commentator's role is to offer a comprehensive and engaging account of the event, aiding the audience in following the game, match, or race.
In news reporting, commentating is often seen during live broadcasts or talk shows, where experts or journalists share their thoughts, opinions, and analysis on political, social, or economic matters. They provide context and give their perspectives to help viewers or listeners gain a more nuanced understanding of the topic at hand.
In the entertainment industry, especially in film or television, commentating may refer to providing a voice-over commentary or behind-the-scenes insights during a movie, documentary, or special feature.
Additionally, in the realm of gaming, commentating involves providing live narration and analysis of gameplay, tournaments, or eSports events, often delivered by professional gamers or gaming enthusiasts.
Overall, commentate acts as a verb denoting the act of offering a commentary or analysis of events across various domains, aiming to inform, entertain, and engage the audience.
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To write comments or notes upon.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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The word "commentate" can be traced back to the Latin term "commentari", which means "to explain" or "to interpret". It is derived from the Latin word "commentum", which means "comment" or "explanation". The term "commentate" gained popularity in the English language during the 20th century and took on the specific meaning of delivering a running commentary or analysis during a sporting event or broadcast.
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