No. 1,727 in French
amateurs
Non-professionals or enthusiasts.
In a sentence
Les amateurs de musique classique ont apprécié le concert.
The enthusiasts of classical music enjoyed the concert.
Here, 'amateurs' means 'enthusiasts' or 'fans', referring to people who have a strong interest in classical music.
Ces amateurs n'ont pas une maîtrise professionnelle de la photographie.
These amateurs do not have professional mastery of photography.
In this sentence, 'amateurs' refers to individuals who engage in photography as a hobby, not professionally.
Amateurs de chocolat, cette boutique est faite pour vous.
Chocolate lovers, this store is made for you.
Here, 'amateurs' indicates people who have a fondness or passion for chocolate.
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