der Fahranfänger
Translation
novice driver, beginner driver, learner driver
Examples
Fahranfänger müssen vorsichtig fahren.
Novice drivers must drive carefully.
Für Fahranfänger gilt eine Probezeit.
There is a probationary period for novice drivers.
Grammar Patterns
als Fahranfänger gelten to be considered a novice driver As a novice driver, you have to be especially careful.
Similar Words
der Neuling (newcomer), der Anfänger (beginner)
Etymology
A compound word: 'Fahren' (to drive) + 'Anfänger' (beginner). Literally a 'drive-beginner'.
Memory Tips
Break it down to remember: 'Fahr-' (drive) + 'Anfänger' (beginner). It's a very logical German compound noun.