Meaning of the word nonprofessional in English

What does nonprofessional mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

nonprofessional

US /ˌnɑːn.prəˈfeʃ.ən.əl/
UK /ˌnɒn.prəˈfeʃ.ən.əl/

Adjective

not belonging to or connected with a profession

Example:
He's a nonprofessional musician, playing for enjoyment rather than money.
The repairs were done by a nonprofessional, so the quality might not be the best.

Noun

a person who is not a professional in a particular activity or field

Example:
The workshop is designed for nonprofessionals who want to learn basic coding.
As a nonprofessional, she found the technical jargon difficult to understand.