der Laie
Translation
layman, amateur, non-expert, layperson
Examples
Auch ein Laie versteht diese Anleitung.
Even a layman understands these instructions.
Er ist ein Laie auf diesem Gebiet.
He is an amateur in this field.
Das Urteil wird von Laien gefällt.
The verdict is delivered by laypeople.
Grammar Patterns
((as a noun)) as a layman As a layman, I cannot judge that.
((auf+dat)) an amateur in ((a field)) He is a layman in the field of physics.
Similar Words
Amateur, Anfänger (beginner); Antonyms: Experte (expert), Fachmann (specialist)
Etymology
From Greek 'laikós' (of the people), from 'laós' (people). Related to the English word 'laity'.
Memory Tips
Connect it to the English words 'laity' or 'layman', which refer to people who are not members of the clergy or a specific profession.