Pronunciation

/bɪˈɡɪnər/

Definitions

Noun

• A person who is new to a particular skill, activity, or subject; an amateur or novice.
• Example: “The beginner course is designed for those with no prior experience.”
• Synonyms: novice, rookie, beginner, newcomer, learner, starter

Verb

• To start or begin learning or doing something, often with little experience or knowledge.
• Example: “She began her journey as a beginner painter.”
• Synonyms: commence, initiate, start, embark, learn, acquire

Adjective

• Reflecting or pertaining to someone who is just beginning; inexperienced.
• Example: “The beginner-friendly app has a simple interface.”
• Synonyms: novice, unskilled, greenhorn, raw, inchoate

Phrases

• “Start as a beginner” implies embarking on a journey with minimal expertise.
• “A beginner’s mind” refers to being open and receptive to new ideas without preconceptions.
• “Beginner’s luck” is a colloquial expression for unexpectedly good fortune early on.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The group of beginners was excited to join the yoga class.”
• Verb: “After months of practice, he became a proficient beginner pianist.”
• Adjective: “The book provides a beginner’s guide to coding.”

Synonyms

• Novice
• Inexperienced
• Untrained
• Raw beginner
• Starter
• Newbie