amateur

UK
/ˈæm.ə.tə/
US
/ˈæm.ə.tʃɚ/

Translations

amateurnoun
amateurs
pl
UK
/ˈæm.ə.tə/
US
/ˈæm.ə.tʃɚ/
He is an amateur in photography.
Он любитель в фотографии.
The project was handled by an amateur.
Проектом занимался дилетант.
amateuradjective
more amateur
Comp.
most amateur
Super.
He participated in an amateur photography contest.
Он участвовал в любительском конкурсе фотографий.

Definitions

amateurnoun
A person who engages in a pursuit, especially a sport, on an unpaid basis.
She is an amateur photographer who captures stunning landscapes in her free time.
A person considered inept or unskilled at a particular activity.
The critics dismissed the new director as an amateur in the film industry.
amateuradjective
Engaging in an activity for pleasure rather than for financial benefit or professional reasons.
She is an amateur photographer who captures stunning landscapes during her travels.
Lacking professional skill or expertise.
His amateur attempt at fixing the car only made the problem worse.