Korean Dictionary
How to say "Mobile Game" in Korean
“Mobile Game” in Korean is 모바일 게임 (pronounced "mobaeil geim").
모바일 게임
mobaeil geim
Usage & Context
Video games designed to be played on smartphones or tablets. Mobile gaming is extremely popular in South Korea, with the country being one of the largest mobile game markets in Asia.
Example Sentence
출퇴근 시간에 모바일 게임을 해요.
I play mobile games during commuting time.
How to use 모바일 게임 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Mobile Game” is 모바일 게임, romanized as mobaeil geim.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
모바일 (mobaeil) sounds like 'mo' as in 'more', 'ba' as in 'bah', and 'il' as in 'eel'. The 'ae' sound is like 'a' in 'cat'. 게임 (geim) sounds like 'gay-eem'. The rhythm is similar to the English 'mobile game'.
More Example Sentences
Asking friends for game recommendations.
요즘 어떤 모바일 게임이 재미있어요?
What mobile games are fun these days?
Sharing a relatable, slightly embarrassing experience.
버스 안에서 모바일 게임을 하다가 정류장을 놓쳤어요.
I missed my bus stop because I was playing a mobile game on the bus.
Discussing the gaming industry.
한국은 모바일 게임 시장이 정말 커요.
The mobile game market in Korea is really big.
Cultural Context
'모바일 게임' is incredibly popular and ubiquitous in South Korea. It's a common sight to see people playing games on their smartphones everywhere – on public transport, during breaks, or even while walking. Major Korean game developers like Nexon, NCSoft, and Netmarble have a strong presence in the mobile gaming market, often releasing high-quality, graphically intensive MMORPGs and gacha-style RPGs that attract millions of players.
Editorial note
We review entries like 모바일 게임 for pronunciation, example sentence fit, and learner mistakes so the page answers more than a direct dictionary lookup.
Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
모바일 게임 출시
mobile game release
모바일 게임 순위
mobile game ranking
모바일 게임 추천
mobile game recommendation
Related Expressions
스마트폰 게임
seumateupon geim
smartphone game (synonym)
PC 게임
pissi geim
PC game (antonym/contrast)
콘솔 게임
konsol geim
console game (antonym/contrast)
캐주얼 게임
kaejueol geim
casual game (often mobile)
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