Korean Dictionary
How to say "Livestream" in Korean
“Livestream” in Korean is 라이브 스트리밍 (pronounced "raibu seuteuliming").
라이브 스트리밍
raibu seuteuliming
Usage & Context
Livestreaming involves broadcasting real-time video over the internet. Korean politicians, celebrities, and gaming streamers use platforms like YouTube and AfreecaTV for 라이브 스트리밍.
Example Sentence
그 행사는 유튜브에서 라이브 스트리밍으로 진행됐다.
The event was conducted via livestreaming on YouTube.
How to use 라이브 스트리밍 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Livestream” is 라이브 스트리밍, romanized as raibu seuteuliming.
Usage tip
Learn this word together with a complete Korean sentence. Meaning often depends on particles, politeness level, and word order.
Common mistake
Do not rely only on the English meaning. Read the Korean example sentence and notice the particles, word order, and politeness level around 라이브 스트리밍.
Pronunciation Guide
"라이브 스트리밍" (raibu seuteuliming) is pronounced "rye-boo soo-too-ree-ming." "Rai" sounds like "rye," "beu" is like "boo" but with a 'v' sound, "seu" like "soo," "teu" like "too," "ri" like "ree," and "ming" like "ming" in "flamingo." The rhythm is similar to the English "live streaming."
More Example Sentences
A fan preparing to watch a K-pop idol's broadcast.
좋아하는 아이돌의 라이브 스트리밍을 놓치지 않으려고 알람을 맞춰놨어.
I set an alarm so I wouldn't miss my favorite idol's livestream.
Friends discussing a popular gaming stream.
어제 그 게임 유튜버 라이브 스트리밍 봤어? 진짜 웃겼어!
Did you watch that game YouTuber's livestream yesterday? It was really funny!
Announcing a corporate event's global reach.
회사 신제품 발표회를 라이브 스트리밍으로 전 세계에 중계할 예정입니다.
The company's new product launch will be broadcast worldwide via livestreaming.
Cultural Context
Livestreaming is incredibly popular in Korea, especially among younger generations. Platforms like YouTube, Twitch, and AfreecaTV host countless 'BJ's (Broadcast Jockeys) who livestream everything from gaming and mukbang (eating shows) to daily vlogs. K-pop idols frequently use V Live or YouTube for '라이브 스트리밍' to interact directly with fans, creating a strong sense of intimacy and community.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
라이브 스트리밍 하다
to livestream
라이브 스트리밍 시청
watching a livestream
라이브 스트리밍 방송
livestream broadcast
Related Expressions
실시간 방송
silsigan bangsong
real-time broadcast
생방송
saengbangsong
live broadcast (often for TV/radio)
온라인 중계
onlain junggye
online relay/broadcast
스트리머
seuteurimeo
streamer
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