Translation guide
How to express 'public comment' in Japanese, depending on context: formal public feedback, casual remarks, or online comments.
Referring to official comments solicited from the public, such as during a public comment period for new regulations.
The most direct and common term for formal public comment procedures, especially in government and corporate contexts. Often abbreviated as パブコメ.
この条例案についてパブリックコメントを募集しています。
We are soliciting public comments on this draft ordinance.
A more formal Japanese term meaning 'solicitation of opinions', often used in official documents alongside パブリックコメント.
意見公募手続を実施します。
We will carry out the public comment procedure.
Literally 'citizens' opinions', used when emphasizing the public nature of the comments in a national context.
国民の意見を政策に反映させる。
Reflect public comments in policy.
A comment made publicly, such as by a celebrity or official, often reported in media.
General term for a comment or statement, widely used in media. Can be modified with 公式 (official) or 非公式 (unofficial).
首相はその問題についてコメントを発表した。
The prime minister issued a public comment on the issue.
Refers to a remark or statement, often in a public setting. Slightly more formal than コメント.
A comment posted publicly on the internet, such as on a news article or social media platform.
The standard term for online comments. Often used with verbs like 投稿する (post) or 書く (write).
記事にコメントを投稿する。
Post a public comment on the article.
Refers to a post or entry on a forum, bulletin board, or comment section. Slightly more casual.
パブリックコメント specifically refers to the formal process of soliciting public opinions on proposed regulations or policies. It is not used for casual remarks or online comments.
パブリックコメントの結果を公表します。
We will announce the results of the public comment.
Directly translating 'public comment' as 公のコメント or 公共のコメント sounds unnatural. Use the appropriate term based on context.
公のコメント
public comment (unnatural)
彼の公の場での発言が物議を醸した。
His public comment sparked controversy.
掲示板に書き込みをする。
Leave a public comment on the bulletin board.