Korean Dictionary
How to say "Timer" in Korean
“Timer” in Korean is 타이머 (pronounced "taimeeo").
타이머
taimeeo
Usage & Context
Device for measuring cooking time. Essential for consistent results. Prevents overcooking and burning.
Example Sentence
타이머를 설정해요.
I set a timer.
How to use 타이머 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Timer” is 타이머, romanized as taimeeo.
Usage tip
Learn this word together with a complete Korean sentence. Meaning often depends on particles, politeness level, and word order.
Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
For 타이머 (ta-i-meo), '타' is like 'ta' in "taco," '이' is like 'ee' in "see," and '머' is like 'muh' in "mutter." The overall sound is very close to the English word "timer."
More Example Sentences
A cooking tip for instant noodles.
라면 끓일 때 타이머 3분 맞춰야 제일 맛있어요.
When cooking ramyeon, it's most delicious if you set the timer for 3 minutes.
Using a timer for fitness.
운동할 때 타이머 맞춰놓고 쉬는 시간을 조절해요.
When exercising, I set a timer to control my rest times.
Time management for children.
아이들이 게임할 때 타이머로 시간을 정해줘요.
I set a timer for the kids when they play games to limit their time.
Cultural Context
Timers are widely used in Korea, especially in cooking and studying. Many Korean students use 'study timers' (공부 타이머) to track their focused study hours, a popular trend often seen in study vlogs on YouTube. For cooking, digital timers are common, and smartphone apps are frequently used as convenient alternatives.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
타이머를 맞추다
To set a timer
타이머가 울리다
The timer rings/goes off
타이머를 설정하다
To set a timer (more formal/technical)
Related Expressions
시간 측정기
sigan cheukjeonggi
Time measuring device
스톱워치
seutopwocheu
Stopwatch
알람
allam
Alarm
시계
sigye
Clock/Watch
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