beginner
word
/bɪˈɡɪnɝ/
/bɪɡˈɪnɐ/
Definition
A beginner is someone who has just started doing something and has little or no experience with it.
Usage & Nuances
'Beginner' is neutral and widely used in education, hobbies, sports, and more. Common phrases: 'beginner level', 'for beginners', 'absolute beginner'. Do not confuse with 'amateur' (not always a learner) or 'novice' (can sound slightly more formal).
Spanish: principiante - novatoPortuguese (BR): iniciante - principiantePortuguese (PT): principiante - inicianteChinese (Simplified): 初学者 - 新手Chinese (Traditional): 初學者 - 新手Hindi: शुरुआती - नवशिकियाArabic: مبتدئ - مبتدئةBengali: শুরুকারী - নতুন শেখা ব্যক্তিRussian: новичок - начинающийJapanese: 初心者Vietnamese: người mới bắt đầuKorean: 초보자Turkish: acemi - yeni başlayanUrdu: نوآموز - مبتدیIndonesian: pemula
Example Sentences
I am a beginner at playing the guitar.
basic
This class is designed for beginners.
basic
He joined the beginner swimming group.
basic
Even as a beginner, you can make quick progress with practice.
natural
Don’t worry if you make mistakes—every beginner does.
natural
She’s not an expert yet—she’s still a total beginner.
natural