amateur
/ˈæmətə/ · /ˈæmətʃər/
CEFR level B2Topic SportWord #4438 in the learning path
业余爱好者
Definitions
n. Someone who pursues an activity for pleasure rather than pay.
业余爱好者
adj. Done for enjoyment rather than as a paid profession.
业余的
n. Someone who lacks skill or experience in an activity.
外行；生手
Example
Although an amateur, she takes beautiful photographs of birds.
虽然是业余爱好者，她拍的鸟类照片却很漂亮。
Amateur sports clubs provide affordable opportunities for physical activity and help strengthen relationships within local communities.
业余体育俱乐部提供费用低廉的锻炼机会，并有助于加强社区居民之间的联系。
Collocations
- amateur photographer
- amateur athlete
- amateur theatre
- complete amateur
Word family
- amateurish (adj.)
- amateurism (n.)
Antonyms
- professional
Usage tip
amateur通常指非职业者，不一定表示水平低。
FAQ
- What does amateur mean?
- Someone who pursues an activity for pleasure rather than pay. Done for enjoyment rather than as a paid profession. Someone who lacks skill or experience in an activity.
- How is amateur pronounced?
- UK /ˈæmətə/, US /ˈæmətʃər/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
