1 B2 idiomatic neutral
to comment on or make an observation about something
"Several guests remarked on how calm the children were."
inseparable
remark on
B2 neutral inseparable transitive
to say something about a person, thing, or situation
In plain English
to make a comment about something
What does "remark on" mean?
One main meaning — here's how to use it.
Literal vs figurative
Words literally mean
to make a spoken mark on something
Actually means
to make a comment about something
Usage tip
Often used in writing and reporting. It can be neutral, approving, or critical depending on context.
Words that pair with "remark on"
Natural word combinations native speakers use most often.
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How to conjugate "remark on"
The five tense forms you'll use most often.
Base
remark on
I/you/we/they
3rd person
remarks on
he/she/it
Past simple
remarked on
yesterday
Past participle
remarked on
have + pp
-ing form
remarking on
continuous
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