beginner's

First-timer's early stage

Beginner's is the possessive form of beginner, appearing in phrases where something belongs to or is associated with novices.

Beginner's luck describes unexpected early success attributed to inexperience rather than skill.

A beginner's guide or beginner's course is designed for those just starting out.

Beginner's mind is a Zen concept suggesting the openness and eagerness of someone approaching something fresh.

learning

luck

Chance affecting outcomes

  • mindSeat of consciousness
  • guideLeader or instruction book
  • coursePlanned path forward

tutorial · lesson · mistake · error · stage · level · class · introduction · basics · fundamentals

zen

Buddhism

Enlightenment-seeking Eastern religion

Suzuki · awareness · presence · mastery · enlightenment · discipline · acceptance · letting go · non-judgment · zazen

attitude

enthusiasm

Intense eager enjoyment

eagerness · wonder · fresh eyes · willingness · naivety · innocence · optimism · fearlessness · receptiveness · open-mindedness

Opposites
skill/expertise level

beginner'sexpert's

Belonging to authority

master's · advanced · veteran's · specialist's · connoisseur's

experience/tenure

beginner'sveteran's

Former combatant's

senior's · insider's

developmental stage

beginner'sadvanced

Far along in development

intermediate · senior · finishing

Phrases
Family

beginner, beginners

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Everyday, not technical · Rated G