English · Word Candidate

beginner

/bɪˈɡɪnə/

Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.

Also seen as: beginners

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Meaning · English

Someone who is just starting at something, or has only recently started.

Noun

I'm new to learning Finnish: I'm just a beginner.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Meaning · English

Someone who sets something in motion.

Noun

The beginner of the games lit the ceremonial torch.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

What does “beginner” mean?

Someone who is just starting at something, or has only recently started.

Is “beginner” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.

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