일을 읽다
To 읽다 일
بهطور تحتاللفظی: To read the (number) one
Use this to describe the social pressure of opening and replying to digital messages in Korea.
در ۱۵ ثانیه
- Making the unread '1' disappear on a messaging app.
- Signifies that a message has been seen by the recipient.
- Central to Korean 'read-receipt' anxiety and social etiquette.
معنی
To read a message on a chat app (like KakaoTalk) so that the 'unread' notification—the number 1—disappears.
مثالهای کلیدی
3 از 6Anxiously checking a text to a crush
아직도 1이 안 사라졌어. 자나 봐.
The 1 still hasn't disappeared. I guess they're sleeping.
Explaining a late reply to a friend
아까 1은 읽었는데, 회의 중이라 답장을 못 했어.
I read the 1 earlier, but I couldn't reply because I was in a meeting.
Talking about a rude acquaintance
그 사람은 맨날 내 메시지 읽씹해.
That person 'read-ignores' my messages every single time.
زمینه فرهنگی
This phrase originated from KakaoTalk, Korea's dominant messaging app. The '1' is a psychological trigger in Korean society, representing the tension between 'Pali-pali' (hurry-hurry) culture and the need for personal space. It has become a central theme in modern dating and social etiquette.
The Airplane Mode Trick
If you want to read a message without the '1' disappearing, turn on Airplane Mode before opening the chat. It's a classic Korean secret!
Don't 'Chew' Your Boss
While '읽씹' is common with friends, doing it to a superior is a major social taboo in Korea's hierarchy.
در ۱۵ ثانیه
- Making the unread '1' disappear on a messaging app.
- Signifies that a message has been seen by the recipient.
- Central to Korean 'read-receipt' anxiety and social etiquette.
What It Means
In Korea, digital life revolves around KakaoTalk. When you send a message, a tiny yellow 1 appears next to it. This 1 means the recipient hasn't opened the chat yet. 1을 읽다 (phonetically 일을 읽다) refers to the moment that number vanishes. It means you have officially seen the message. It sounds simple, but it carries heavy social weight. It is the start of a silent countdown. Once you 'read the 1,' the sender knows you are there. Now, the pressure to reply begins!
How To Use It
You use this phrase when discussing texting habits or social anxiety. It is rarely used as a command. Instead, it describes a state of communication. You might say, 'The 1 isn't disappearing,' meaning you're being ignored. Or you could say, 'I read the 1 but I was busy.' It is often paired with verbs like 사라지다 (to disappear) or 없애다 (to remove). It is the ultimate shorthand for digital presence. Just mentioning the 1 tells a whole story in Korea.
When To Use It
Use this when you are overanalyzing a text from a crush. It is perfect for venting to friends about being ghosted. You can use it when explaining why you didn't reply immediately. It is great for group chat dynamics too. If the 1 becomes a 0, everyone has seen your bad joke. Use it in casual, everyday settings with people your age. It is a staple of modern Korean dating culture. Use it whenever read-receipts are the topic of conversation.
When NOT To Use It
Do not use this in a formal business email. Your boss might find it too casual or confusing. Avoid using it with the elderly who don't use smartphones. If you are actually reading a book, use 책을 읽다. This phrase is strictly for the digital '1' on messaging apps. Do not use it in serious academic papers about literature. It is slangy and deeply rooted in modern tech culture. If you use it in a funeral setting, it might seem insensitive.
Cultural Background
Korea is the land of 'Pali-pali' (hurry-hurry) culture. This fast-paced lifestyle extends to digital communication. In many countries, you can turn off read receipts. In KakaoTalk, you cannot hide the 1. This has created a unique phenomenon called 'read-receipt anxiety.' The 1 is a symbol of transparency and social obligation. It has even inspired songs and K-drama plotlines. It reflects how much Koreans value connection and quick responses. The tiny yellow number is a cultural icon of the 21st century.
Common Variations
The most famous variation is 읽씹 (ik-ssip). This means 'read and chew' (reading and ignoring). It is the Korean version of 'leaving someone on read.' Then there is 안읽씹 (an-ik-ssip). This means 'not reading and ignoring.' People do this to avoid the pressure of the disappearing 1. They read the message via the phone's notification bar instead. Another common phrase is 1이 안 사라져 (The 1 won't go away). This is the universal sign that you are being ghosted.
نکات کاربردی
This is highly informal digital slang. Use it when talking about social media, texting, or dating. Never use it in a professional document or with much older people.
The Airplane Mode Trick
If you want to read a message without the '1' disappearing, turn on Airplane Mode before opening the chat. It's a classic Korean secret!
Don't 'Chew' Your Boss
While '읽씹' is common with friends, doing it to a superior is a major social taboo in Korea's hierarchy.
Group Chat Math
In group chats, the number shows how many people HAVEN'T read it. If the number is 5, five people are still 'reading the 1'.
مثالها
6아직도 1이 안 사라졌어. 자나 봐.
The 1 still hasn't disappeared. I guess they're sleeping.
Using the '1' to gauge someone's availability or interest.
아까 1은 읽었는데, 회의 중이라 답장을 못 했어.
I read the 1 earlier, but I couldn't reply because I was in a meeting.
A common excuse for 'reading and ignoring' temporarily.
그 사람은 맨날 내 메시지 읽씹해.
That person 'read-ignores' my messages every single time.
Using the slang variation '읽씹' for being left on read.
팀장님이 1을 읽으셨으니까 곧 연락 오겠지?
The team leader read the 1, so he'll probably contact us soon, right?
Observing the '1' in a professional but casual team setting.
단체방에 1이 안 없어져. 다들 바쁜가?
The 1 in the group chat isn't going away. Is everyone busy?
In group chats, the number indicates how many people haven't read it.
일부러 1 안 없애고 있어. 답장하기 귀찮아.
I'm intentionally not removing the 1. I'm too lazy to reply.
The strategy of '안읽씹' (not reading to avoid the 1 disappearing).
خودت رو بسنج
Choose the correct word to describe the '1' disappearing.
메시지를 확인하면 숫자 1이 ___.
In Korean, we say the number 1 'disappears' (사라지다) when a message is read.
What do you call 'reading and ignoring' a message?
메시지를 보고 답장을 안 하는 것을 '___'이라고 해요.
읽씹 is short for '읽고 씹다' (read and chew/ignore).
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Formality of '1' Related Phrases
Used with close friends (읽씹)
너 왜 읽씹해?
Standard casual talk about texting
1이 안 사라져요.
Describing the app function
메시지를 읽으면 숫자가 없어집니다.
When the '1' Matters Most
Dating
Waiting for a crush to see your text.
Work
Checking if the boss saw the report.
Friendship
Confirming dinner plans.
Ghosting
Realizing you've been ignored for 3 days.
سوالات متداول
10 سوالIt represents the number of people who have not yet read the message in that specific chat room.
No, it is very informal. In formal settings, you should say 메시지를 확인하다 (to check the message).
While those have read receipts, this specific phrase is almost exclusively tied to KakaoTalk culture in Korea.
It is a slang term meaning you read the message (the 1 is gone) but you 'chewed' (ignored) the person by not replying.
This is when you intentionally don't open the chat so the '1' stays there, pretending you haven't seen it yet.
Yes, in Korea's fast-paced culture, leaving a '1' for more than a day is often seen as a sign of disinterest or ghosting.
You say 1이 사라졌어요 (il-i sa-ra-jyeo-sseo-yo).
It's part of the high-context social culture where 'responsiveness' is equated with respect and affection.
No. 일 here means the number 1. For a book, you must say 책을 읽다.
That happens in group chats! You would say 숫자가 줄어들다 (the number is decreasing) as people read it.
عبارات مرتبط
읽씹 (Reading and ignoring)
안읽씹 (Not reading to ignore)
카톡 (KakaoTalk)
답장 (Reply/Response)
숫자 1 (The number 1)
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