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Notify

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈnəʊtɪfaɪ/","/ˈnəʊtɪfaɪz/","/ˈnəʊtɪfaɪd/","/ˈnəʊtɪfaɪɪŋ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈnəʊtɪfaɪ/","/ˈnəʊtɪfaɪz/","/ˈnəʊtɪfaɪd/","/ˈnəʊtɪfaɪɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Notify

to formally or officially tell somebody about something

In simple words: to tell someone about something

Notify in a sentence

• Competition winners will be notified by post.
• You must notify us in writing if you wish to cancel your subscription.
• The police must be notified of the date of the demonstration.
• The date of the demonstration must be notified to the police.
• Members have been notified that there will be a small increase in the fee.
• Changes must be notified to the chairman.
• If you see anything suspicious you should notify the police immediately.
• The family had been notified of the department's decision.

How to use Notify

Use 'notify' in situations where you are formally informing someone, like in business or official contexts. Avoid in casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

notify + object + of/about + object

Memory hint

Think of 'notify' like 'note' — you are sending a note to someone.

Related words

Collocations with Notify

• forthwith
• immediately
• promptly
• be obliged to
• be required to
• must
• of
• to

Synonyms for Notify

• inform
• alert
• advise
• apprise
• update

Opposites of Notify

• ignore
• neglect
• overlook

Common mistakes with Notify

• Using 'notify' without an object (e.g., saying 'I will notify' instead of 'I will notify you').
• Confusing 'notify' with 'inform' — while similar, 'notify' implies a more formal notification.
• Mixing up prepositions (e.g., saying 'notify with' instead of 'notify about')

Frequently asked questions about Notify

What does Notify mean?

to tell someone about something

What is the definition of Notify?

to formally or officially tell somebody about something

How do you use Notify in a sentence?

Competition winners will be notified by post.

Can you give another example of Notify?

You must notify us in writing if you wish to cancel your subscription.

What are synonyms for Notify?

Common alternatives include inform, alert, advise, apprise, update.

What is the opposite of Notify?

Opposite meanings include ignore, neglect, overlook.

What words go with Notify?

It commonly pairs with forthwith, immediately, promptly, be obliged to, be required to, must, of, to.

What are common mistakes when using Notify?

Using 'notify' without an object (e.g., saying 'I will notify' instead of 'I will notify you'). Confusing 'notify' with 'inform' — while similar, 'notify' implies a more formal notification. Mixing up prepositions (e.g., saying 'notify with' instead of 'notify about')

How do you pronounce Notify?

US: /["/ˈnəʊtɪfaɪ/","/ˈnəʊtɪfaɪz/","/ˈnəʊtɪfaɪd/","/ˈnəʊtɪfaɪɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/ˈnəʊtɪfaɪ/","/ˈnəʊtɪfaɪz/","/ˈnəʊtɪfaɪd/","/ˈnəʊtɪfaɪɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Notify?

Use 'notify' in situations where you are formally informing someone, like in business or official contexts. Avoid in casual conversations.

What CEFR level is Notify?

"Notify" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.