novice
Novice (noun) means someone who is new to an activity or skill and still learning the basics. Example: “As a novice skier, she stuck to the easier slopes.”
How to use novice
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA beginner who hasn't built up much skill or experience yet.
Word forms
more novice comparative, novices plural, most novice superlative
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Etymology
From Latin novicius, "newly arrived," from novus, "new" — also used historically for someone newly entered into a religious order.
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What does “novice” mean?
The word “novice” means someone who is new to an activity or skill and still learning the basics. In plain terms, a beginner who hasn't built up much skill or experience yet.
How do you pronounce “novice”?
“Novice” is pronounced NO-vihs (/ˈnɑvɪs/ in IPA).
How do you use “novice” in a sentence?
Here is “novice” used in a sentence: “As a novice skier, she stuck to the easier slopes.”
What part of speech is “novice”?
“Novice” is a noun.
Where does the word “novice” come from?
The word “novice” comes from Latin. From Latin novicius, "newly arrived," from novus, "new" — also used historically for someone newly entered into a religious order.
Is “novice” a common word?
“Novice” is an uncommon word in modern English.
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