noun
Uncommon
newbie
NYOO-bee
Newbie (noun) means someone who is new to a particular activity, community, or skill. Example: “As a newbie to the game, he kept dying in the first level.”
noun
1
Someone who is new to a particular activity, community, or skill.
"As a newbie to the game, he kept dying in the first level."
"The forum has a section just for newbies with basic questions."
How to use newbie
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA beginner or newcomer, especially online or in a hobby.
When to use it
Informal; common in gaming and internet culture.
Common pairings
total newbie
newbie mistake
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Word forms
- Plural
- newbies
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Etymology
Origin uncertain — possibly an alteration of "newie" with an inserted b (as in "freebie"), a blend of "newborn" and "baby," or a shortening of "new boy."
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What does “newbie” mean?
The word “newbie” means someone who is new to a particular activity, community, or skill. In plain terms, a beginner or newcomer, especially online or in a hobby.
How do you pronounce “newbie”?
“Newbie” is pronounced NYOO-bee (/ˈnjuːbi/ in IPA).
How do you use “newbie” in a sentence?
Here is “newbie” used in a sentence: “As a newbie to the game, he kept dying in the first level.”
What is another word for “newbie”?
Words with a similar meaning to “newbie” include novice, newcomer, newling and rookie.
What is the opposite of “newbie”?
The opposite of “newbie” — its antonyms — is knowbie.
What part of speech is “newbie”?
“Newbie” is a noun.
Is “newbie” a common word?
“Newbie” is an uncommon word in modern English.
