Korean Dictionary
How to say "Notification" in Korean
“Notification” in Korean is 알림 (pronounced "allim").
알림
allim
Usage & Context
An alert or message sent to a user about an event or update. Notifications are ubiquitous in Korean digital life, from messaging apps to social media.
Example Sentence
알림이 너무 많아요.
I have too many notifications.
How to use 알림 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Notification” is 알림, romanized as allim.
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 알림.
Pronunciation Guide
The first syllable, "al," sounds like "all" in English. The second syllable, "lim," sounds like "lim" in "limb." The 'l' sound is a bit softer than the English 'l'. The stress is fairly even across both syllables.
More Example Sentences
Checking a phone after hearing a sound or vibration.
새로운 메시지 알림이 왔어요.
A new message notification arrived.
Feeling overwhelmed by constant alerts from an app or device.
알림을 끄고 싶어요.
I want to turn off notifications.
Troubleshooting why an app isn't sending alerts or sending too many.
앱 알림 설정을 확인해 보세요.
Please check your app notification settings.
Cultural Context
Notifications, or 'allim,' are an integral and often overwhelming part of digital life in Korea. KakaoTalk, in particular, can generate a huge number of 'allim' due to its ubiquitous use for group chats and various service messages. Many Koreans meticulously manage their 'allim' settings, often utilizing '무음' (mueum - silent mode) or '방해금지' (banghaeguemji - do not disturb) to maintain focus.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
알림 설정
Notification settings
알림 끄기
Turn off notifications
알림 받기
Receive notifications
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Warning
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Pop-up
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