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Anfänger — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • beginner noun A person who is new to a skill, activity, or subject.
  • newbie noun Someone who is new to a particular activity, community, or skill.
  • noob noun Someone who is new and inexperienced, especially in a game, hobby, or online community.
  • outsider noun A person who does not belong to a particular group or community.
  • rookie noun Someone new to a job, sport, or team; a first-year professional or a novice.

Senses

Anfänger is used for these senses in English:

  • newbie (Internet) A new user or participant; someone who is extremely new and inexperienced (to a game or activity). A beginner.
  • noob (Internet slang, chiefly, derogatory) A newb or newbie; refers to the idea that someone is new to a game, concept, or idea; implying a lack of experience. Also, in some areas the word noob can mean someone is obsessed with things.
  • outsider A newcomer with little or no experience in an organization or community.
  • rookie A novice.
  • tyro A beginner; a novice. [from 17th c.]

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