beginner
48 synonyms and 16 antonyms for beginner, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A person who is new to a skill, activity, or subject.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
amateur
apprentice
bun
colt
freshman
initiate
learner
newcomer
novice
pup
recruit
rookie
trainee
tyrone
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
campaigner
cognoscente
connoisseur
expert
journeyman
knowbie
master
maven
old hand
old sweat
oldbie
oldtimer
specialist
skilled person
trouper
veteran
How to use beginner
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
beginner's luck
beginner level
complete beginner
Etymology
Formed from "begin" plus the agent suffix "-er" — someone who is (just) beginning.
Full origin of beginner →Frequently asked questions
What does “beginner” mean?
The word “beginner” means a person who is new to a skill, activity, or subject. In plain terms, someone new to doing something, without much experience yet.
How do you pronounce “beginner”?
“Beginner” is pronounced bih-GIH-nuh (/bəˈɡɪnɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “beginner” in a sentence?
Here is “beginner” used in a sentence: “This yoga class is designed for complete beginners.”
What is another word for “beginner”?
Words with a similar meaning to “beginner” include amateur, newbie, abecedarian, alphabetarian, apprentice and bun.
What is the opposite of “beginner”?
The opposite of “beginner” — its antonyms — are campaigner, cognoscente, connoisseur, expert and journeyman.
What part of speech is “beginner”?
“Beginner” is a noun.
Is “beginner” a common word?
“Beginner” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the A2 level.
