amateur
01
业余的, 非专业的
(of objects or works) lacking the precision or quality one would expect from a paid professional
例子
The garage band produced only amateur pop songs before gaining industry experience.
车库乐队在获得行业经验之前只制作了业余的流行歌曲。
His attempts at home repair led to amateur fixes that lacked durability or code compliance.
他尝试的家庭维修导致了缺乏耐久性或规范符合性的业余修补。
02
业余的, 非职业的
done for recreation, not as an occupation
例子
She had an amateur interest in painting, often creating artworks in her spare time.
她对绘画有着业余的兴趣，经常在空闲时间创作艺术作品。
The amateur photography club met every weekend to explore new locations for photoshoots.
业余摄影俱乐部每周末都会聚在一起探索新的拍摄地点。
Amateur
01
业余爱好者，新手
someone who is not skilled or experienced enough for a specific activity
例子
She started as an amateur in photography but quickly developed her skills.
她刚开始摄影时是个业余爱好者，但很快就提升了自己的技能。
The competition was open to both amateurs and professionals.
比赛对业余爱好者和专业人士都开放。
02
业余爱好者, 非专业的
someone who engages in a study, sport, or activity for pleasure or personal interest rather than as a profession or for financial gain
例子
He started playing tennis as an amateur but quickly rose through the ranks to compete at national tournaments.
他作为业余爱好者开始打网球，但很快就通过排名上升参加全国比赛。
She took up painting as an amateur after retiring from her career as a teacher.
她从教师职业生涯退休后，以业余爱好者的身份开始画画。
03
an athlete who participates in sports for pleasure rather than as a profession or for monetary gain
例子
The tournament is open to both professionals and amateurs.
Many famous athletes started their careers as amateurs.
