Korean Dictionary
How to say "Unfollow" in Korean
“Unfollow” in Korean is 팔로우 취소하다 (pronounced "palloou chwisaehada").
팔로우 취소하다
palloou chwisaehada
Usage & Context
Stopping to follow someone on social media. Unfollowing is a subtle way to distance oneself from someone in Korean social media culture.
Example Sentence
나는 그를 팔로우 취소했어.
I unfollowed him.
How to use 팔로우 취소하다 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Unfollow” is 팔로우 취소하다, romanized as palloou chwisaehada.
Usage tip
Relationship words can sound too direct if the social context is wrong. Check the age, closeness, and formality before using it.
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 팔로우 취소하다.
Pronunciation Guide
팔로우 (pal-lo-u) is a direct transliteration of 'follow,' pronounced 'pahl-loh-oo.' 취소하다 (chwi-so-ha-da) sounds like 'chwee-soh-hah-dah.' The stress is fairly even, with a slight emphasis on 'pal' and 'chwi.'
Formal & Casual Forms
Formal (존댓말)
팔로우 취소하십니다
palloou chwisohasipnida
Formal polite form of the verb phrase '팔로우 취소하다'.
Casual (반말)
팔로우 취소해
palloou chwisohae
Informal casual form of the verb phrase '팔로우 취소하다'.
More Example Sentences
Unfollowing a celebrity due to a scandal or controversy.
그 연예인이 논란이 있어서 팔로우 취소했어.
That celebrity had a controversy, so I unfollowed them.
Considering unfollowing a friend due to annoying posts.
친구가 너무 자랑만 해서 팔로우 취소할까 생각 중이야.
My friend brags too much, so I'm thinking of unfollowing them.
General advice for managing social media feeds.
더 이상 관심 없는 계정은 팔로우 취소하는 게 맞지.
It's right to unfollow accounts you're no longer interested in.
Cultural Context
'팔로우 취소하다' is a common action on social media platforms, signifying a subtle but clear distancing or disapproval. In K-pop fandoms, unfollowing an idol or a fan account can be a significant statement, especially during controversies or when expressing disappointment. It's a less confrontational way to disengage compared to blocking, but still conveys a message of reduced interest or support.
Editorial note
We check relationship words like 팔로우 취소하다 against age, closeness, and politeness rules, because a literal English match often misses the social meaning.
Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
나는 그를 팔로우 취소했어.
I unfollowed him.
언팔했어.
I unfollowed. (More casual/slang)
팔로우 취소당했어.
I got unfollowed.
Related Expressions
언팔하다
eonpalhada
to unfollow (slangy, direct transliteration of 'unfollow' + 하다)
친구 끊다
chingu kkeunta
to unfriend (more for Facebook or generally ending a friendship)
차단하다
chadanhada
to block (more severe)
삭제하다
sakjehada
to delete (e.g., a post, or a friend from a list)
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