菜鸟 (cài niǎo) — Meaning 'rookie' or 'newbie

Meaning 'rookie' or 'newbie,' it is often used to describe someone who is inexperienced in a particular area, most commonly in gaming or learning a new skill. It can be used in a light-hearted manner.

Example Usage

我是这个游戏的菜鸟,刚开始玩没多久。

I’m a rookie at this game; I’ve just started playing not long ago.

Cultural Context

This term is widely recognized in gaming contexts and is often used by gamers to describe themselves or others.

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