Synonyms for

Beginner

Verb / bɪˈgɪnɜ: / Another word for beginner — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A person who is starting to learn or do something for the first time.

Synonyms & similar words

tyro father founder foundingfather initiate novice tiro novice learner amateur rookie tyro neophyte trainee apprentice student novitiate greenhorn newcomer fledgling starter initiate beginning entrant prospect abecedarian dabbler

Synonyms by register

Formal

novice entrant neophyte

Informal

newbie rookie amateur greenhorn

Literary

tyro initiate

Antonyms

expert master professional veteran adept virtuoso connoisseur

Common collocations

  • complete beginner
  • absolute beginner
  • total beginner
  • beginner's luck
  • beginner skier
  • beginner guitar
  • beginner level

Word family

noun beginner
adjective beginner

Usage note

While 'novice' can be used formally, 'beginner' is more common in everyday speech. 'Neophyte' often implies someone new to a religion or belief system.

Example sentences

  1. I am a beginner at playing the piano.
  2. The beginner skiers went down the bunny slope.
  3. As a beginner, she struggled with the basics of coding.
  4. The beginner's luck didn't last long.
  5. The cooking class was designed for beginners.

Quotes

  • All big things come from small beginnings.
  • A beginner's mind is always open and curious.
  • Every expert was once a beginner.

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