beginner

[ bih-gin-er ]

noun

1. a person or thing that begins.
2. a person who has begun begun a course of instruction or is learning the fundamentals:

   swimming for beginners.

3. a person who is inexperienced; novice.

beginner

/ bɪˈɡɪnə /

noun

1. a person who has just started to do or learn something; novice

Word History and Origins

Origin of beginner¹

Middle English word dating back to 1350–1400; begin, -er ¹

Example Sentences

I was recording a beginner class, but they were killing it.

From Los Angeles Times

"I didn't play for a while when I left school but then I got spotted playing in Finsbury Park, and invited to play for Islington Borough's beginner group," she explained.

From BBC

He discovers a slew of favorites — from the most scenic to the best for beginners or joining a pick-up game.

From Los Angeles Times

“We want people to come enjoy it, but be prepared. It is definitely not a beginner hike. You have to do your due diligence and study and prepare a route and have a backup plan.”

From Los Angeles Times

All rides are led by guides and open to riders from beginner to advanced, ages 9 and up.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• learner
• neophyte
• newcomer
• novice