newbie
gb/nˈubi/ us/nˈubi/
B1
Angličtina
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Podstatné jméno
informal
B1
entity
1
a person who is new at something
Someone who is very new to an activity, job, or group and does not have much experience yet.
Vzorec užití:
[someone] is a newbie at [something]
Častá chyba:
Learners sometimes use *newbie* like an adjective (e.g., *I am newbie driver*). It should be used as a noun: *I am a newbie* or *I am a newbie driver*. Another mistake is using it in very formal writing, where *beginner* or *novice* is usually better.
Synonyma
beginner (More neutral and slightly more formal; can be used in almost any context.)
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novice (More formal and bookish; often used in written English and specific fields like sports or religion.)
Antonyma
expert (Describes someone with a lot of knowledge and skill, the opposite of someone new and inexperienced.)
Kolokace
total newbie
|newbie mistake
|newbie programmer
|newbie driver
|newbie question
Témata
daily life
|work
|technology
|hobbies
|daily_life
|education
|core_vocabulary
Příklady
- I’m a complete newbie at coding, so I’m starting with a basic online course.
- The gym offers a special class for newbies who have never lifted weights before.
- As a travel newbie, she still gets nervous going through airport security.
- Newbies are welcome in this club, and older members are happy to show you the ropes.
- He joined the company as a total newbie but learned very quickly.
Učební příklady
- I am a newbie at driving.
- She is a newbie in our English class.
- He feels like a newbie at his new job.
- Newbies need time to learn the rules.
- They help newbies understand the game.
Podstatné jméno
slang
B2
entity
2
clueless beginner, often online
A very new person in an online game, forum, or tech area who does not know what to do and may cause problems.
Vzorec užití:
[someone] is a newbie in [online game / community]
Častá chyba:
Learners may not realize that *newbie* can sound negative in online or gaming contexts, especially if spoken with anger or used as an insult. In polite speech, it is better to say *new player* or *new member*.
Synonyma
noob (Very slang and often more insulting; common in gaming and internet culture.)
Antonyma
pro (Casual slang for a very skilled or professional player, the opposite of a clueless beginner.)
Kolokace
clueless newbie
|annoying newbie
|newbie gamer
|online newbie
|newbie in this forum
Témata
technology
|internet
|games
|communication
|core_vocabulary
Příklady
- The chat was full of players complaining about newbies who didn’t know the basic rules.
- Be patient with newbies in the forum; they’re still learning how everything works.
- He acted like such a newbie, clicking every pop‑up and downloading malware.
- In ranked matches, they try to keep newbies separate from experienced players.
- She may be a newbie to crypto, but she learns fast.
Učební příklady
- I am still a newbie in this online game.
- Please be nice to newbies in the group.
- He looks like a newbie because he does not know the rules.
- Newbies often ask the same questions again and again.
- The guide helps newbies start the game.
Gramatika
Slovníkový tvar
newbie
IPA
GB/nˈubi/
US/nˈubi/
Slabiky a přízvuk
new - bie (2 slabiky)
Stress on 1st syllable (new)
Tvary slova
Noun
- Base: newbie
- Plural: newbies
Příbuzná slova
Výrazy
complete newbie
1/kəmplˈit nˈubi/
fixed phrase
informal
entirely new person at something
A person who has just started something and has no real experience yet.
Příklady
- Even if you’re a complete newbie, this tutorial will help you.
- The course is designed for complete newbies to programming.
- As a complete newbie, he asked a lot of basic questions.
newbie guide
1/nˈubi ɡˈaɪd/
fixed phrase
informal
basic guide for beginners
A simple text or video that explains the basics to people who are new to something.
Příklady
- The forum has a newbie guide that explains all the rules.
- Check the newbie guide before you ask your first question.
- Their website includes a handy newbie guide to investing.
newbie mistake
1/nˈubi mɪstˈeɪk/
fixed phrase
informal
a typical beginner error
A simple and common mistake that people often make when they are new to something.
Příklady
- Forgetting to save your work is a classic newbie mistake.
- Leaving your bike unlocked was a newbie mistake, but you’ll learn from it.
- Buying expensive gear right away is a common newbie mistake in photography.
newbie question
1/nˈubi kwˈɛst͡ʃən/
fixed phrase
informal
very basic beginner question
A simple question that people often ask when they are new to something.
Příklady
- Sorry if this is a newbie question, but how do I reset the password?
- She started her talk by saying, ‘This might be a newbie question…’
- Feel free to ask newbie questions; that’s how you learn.
newbie-friendly
1/nˈubi fɹˈɛndli/
fixed phrase
informal
easy and suitable for beginners
Easy for new people to use or understand; good for beginners.
Příklady
- This is a very newbie-friendly video editor with simple controls.
- The game is not very newbie-friendly and can feel confusing at first.
- We want our community to be newbie-friendly so new members feel welcome.
total newbie
1/tˈoʊtəl nˈubi/
fixed phrase
informal
someone completely new and inexperienced
Someone who is very, very new to something and does not know much about it.
Příklady
- I’m a total newbie to yoga, so please go easy on me.
- She was a total newbie when she joined, but now she trains other staff.
- If you’re a total newbie, start with the beginner’s course.