“Neophyte” in Japanese
Short answer
Neophyte in Japanese is “新発意” (shinbochi). Full meaning: neophyte, new monk (or nun), new convert (to Buddhism).
Other ways to say “Neophyte” in Japanese
修練者
shuurensha (Catholic) neophyte
今道心
imadoushin neophyte, novice
若造
wakazou youngster, neophyte, greenhorn
新参者
shinzanmono newcomer, neophyte, novice, newbie
初級者
shokyuusha beginner, novice, neophyte
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