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Amateur

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Meanings of Amateur

Adjective

  • Not a professional; someone who does something for fun.
  • Made or done by people who are not professionals, like in amateur sports.
  • Not very skilled or experienced.

Noun

  • A person who loves something and enjoys it as a hobby.
  • Someone who does something for fun, not as a job, like painting or playing music.
  • A person who is still learning and may not be very skilled yet.

Explanation of the word: Amateur

An amateur is someone who does something for fun and not as a job. Like when you play soccer just for fun, you are an amateur soccer player.

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Translations for the word: Amateur

hindi
शौकिया (shaukia)

shaukia

शौकिया (shaukia)

shaukia

नवोदित (navodit)

navodit

   

Frequently Asked Questions about the word: Amateur

What does 'amateur' mean?
An amateur is someone who does something for fun and not as a job. They might be learning or just enjoy the activity.
How do you pronounce 'amateur'?
You say 'amateur' like this: 'am-uh-tur'.
What is the origin of the word 'amateur'?
The word 'amateur' comes from the French word 'amateur', which means 'lover' or 'one who loves'. It originally referred to someone who loves a certain activity.
What is the meaning of 'amateur' in Bengali?
The word 'amateur' in Bengali is 'অমেচার' (Amēchār).