Nuwebe (en. Newbie)

nu-we-be

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A person who is new to a particular activity or field.
As a newbie in the company, I have a lot to learn.
Bilang nuwebe sa kumpanya, marami akong dapat matutunan.
A term used in online gaming referring to a beginner.
Newbies in the game often aren't familiar with the controls.
Ang mga nuwebe sa laro ay madalas na hindi pa sanay sa mga kontrol.

Etymology

Derived from the English word 'newbie', meaning a newcomer in a particular field or activity.

Common Phrases and Expressions

I am a newbie here.
A person states that they are new to this situation.
Nuwebe ako dito.
Help the newbies.
Encouraging people to assist new members or beginners.
Tulungan mo ang mga nuwebe.

Related Words

mentor
A person with experience who assists a newbie in learning required skills.
mentor
training
The process of teaching and preparing newbies for their tasks.
training

Slang Meanings

Cheap coffee
Buy some nuwebe at the corner, you'll be happier!
Bili ka na ng nuwebe sa kanto, ang saya pa ng buhay mo!
Call for a group of friends
Let's go home, let's not include our nuwebe.
Uwi na tayo, huwag na natin isama yung nuwebe natin.
A person who is new
He's the nuwebe in basketball, he still needs to practice.
Siya yung nuwebe sa basketball, kailangan pa niyang mag-practice.
A mark or sign that something is new
Look at the nuwebe in the house, it looks so fresh!
Tingnan niyo yung nuwebe sa bahay, mukhang fresh na fresh!