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Wordabulary

apprentice

Pronunciation
Noun A2 Elementary

Quick answer

A person learning a trade or skill by working under someone more experienced.

"He started as a plumber's apprentice straight out of school."

Synonyms and antonyms

Synonyms

trainee

Test yourself

Which word fits the gap? "He started as a plumber's _____ straight out of school."

Answer: apprentice

In your own words, what does "apprentice" mean?

A person learning a trade or skill by working under someone more experienced.

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