Amateur (en. Amateur)

/amatœʁ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

A person who engages in an activity, particularly artistic or sports-related, without being professional.

She is a photography enthusiast and spends a lot of time taking pictures.

Elle est amateur de photographie et passe beaucoup de temps à prendre des photos.

One who is not an expert in a field.

He is an amateur in gardening, but he enjoys it a lot.

C'est un amateur en jardinage, mais il s'amuse beaucoup.

A person who appreciates something without being a specialist.

He is a classical music lover and attends many concerts.

Il est amateur de musique classique et assiste à de nombreux concerts.

From the Latin 'amator', meaning 'one who loves'.

amateur of

Someone who has a great passion for something.

amateur de

art lover

A person who is interested in art without being a professional.

amateur d'art

thrill seeker

One who seeks exciting experiences.

amateur de sensations fortes

amateur female

Feminine form of amateur.

amatrice

amateurism

Attitude or behavior of an amateur.

amateurisme

A passionate person who does not take things seriously.

He acts like an amateur, but he loves it.

Il agit comme un amateur, mais il adore ça.

Someone who does something without particular skill.

He is an amateur, but he is trying to improve.

C'est un amateur, mais il essaie de s'améliorer.