Newbie

usgb/ˈnuːbi/
noun

A person who has recently started a particular activity and does not have much experience.

As a newbie in the job, she had a lot to learn.
Visual representation of "newbie" - A person who has recently started a particular activity and does not have much experience.

Often appears as...

  • total newbie
  • newbie at

Usage tips

Informal

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Not Negative

Newbie' is not a derogatory term; it simply indicates inexperience.

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Don't feel bad about being called a newbie; everyone starts somewhere!
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Informal Use

'Newbie' is casual and mainly used in informal situations or friendly contexts.

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I'm a newbie at yoga, so I might need extra help.
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Collocation Clarity

The word 'total' before 'newbie' emphasizes a lack of any experience at all.

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She's a total newbie at skiing, never been on the slopes before.
Visual representation of the word "Newbie"

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