beginner

noun

be·​gin·​ner bi-ˈgi-nər 

bē-

: one that begins something

especially : an inexperienced person

Synonyms of beginner

• novice
• newcomer
• rookie
• apprentice
• freshman

Examples of beginner in a Sentence

although our son is only a beginner at swimming, he is making excellent progress

Recent Examples on the Web

Crucially, Muse—which comes with a cuddly avatar—was designed by Meta to be beginner-friendly, and to win over people unfamiliar with AI. — Andrew R. Chow, Time, 22 Oct. 2026

From total beginners to low handicappers who play every weekend, the course has been open and welcoming to all – even if that made for some five-hour rounds. — Kyle Feldscher, CNN Money, 21 Oct. 2026

The bundle includes 44 hours of training across 307 lessons, with instruction ranging from beginner fundamentals to advanced applications. — Stackcommerce Team, PC Magazine, 20 Oct. 2026

Coach Mike Brown said the program welcomes beginners and experienced runners, with an emphasis on effort and improvement. — Donald Fountain, CBS News, 16 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing beginner

• beginner's luck

Rhymes for beginner

• breadwinner
• dinner
• inner
• pinner
• sinner
• spinner
• thinner
• tinner
• winner

Kids Definition

beginner

noun

be·​gin·​ner bi-ˈgin-ər 

: a person who is beginning something or doing something for the first time : an inexperienced person