der Einsteiger
Translation
beginner, novice, newcomer, entry-level user
Examples
Dieser Kurs ist für Einsteiger geeignet.
This course is suitable for beginners.
Als Einsteiger machte er viele Fehler.
As a newcomer, he made many mistakes.
Das ist ein gutes Handy für Einsteiger.
This is a good mobile phone for beginners.
Grammar Patterns
für Einsteiger for beginners The book is written for beginners.
Einsteiger in+4 beginner in sth. He is a beginner in programming.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Anfänger, Neuling; Antonyms: Experte, Profi, Fortgeschrittener
Etymology
From the verb 'einsteigen' (to get on, to enter) + the agent suffix '-er'. It describes a person who 'gets into' a new field or activity.
Memory Tips
Think of someone 'stepping in' ('einsteigen') to a new hobby or job, just like stepping onto a train.