notification

word

Definition

A notification is a message or alert that lets you know about something new or important, often on your phone, computer, or in official documents.

Usage & Nuances

Used for digital alerts (apps, emails, social media) and official messages (e.g., legal notification). Common phrases: 'push notification', 'receive a notification', 'get a notification'. Sometimes means a formal written warning in business or law.

Spanish: notificación - avisoPortuguese (BR): notificação - avisoPortuguese (PT): notificação - avisoChinese (Simplified): 通知 - 提示Chinese (Traditional): 通知 - 提示Hindi: सूचना - नोटिफिकेशनArabic: إشعار - تنبيه

Example Sentences

I got a notification on my phone.

basic

The app sends a notification when you have a new message.

basic

You must respond to this official notification.

basic

Did you see the notification about the meeting change?

natural

Sometimes I ignore those app notifications when I'm busy.

natural

My phone lights up every time I get a notification from social media.

natural