amateur

noun, adjective · AM-uh-cher

CEFR C1

a person who does something for pleasure, not pay

शौकिया

Usage

an amateur painteramateur theatrea keen amateur

Examples

He is an amateur photographer.

The club holds an amateur drama contest.

Common mistake

She is an amateur singer; she earns her living from it.

She is a professional singer; she earns her living from it.

An amateur is not paid; a professional is.

Remember: Amateur = for love, not money.

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