B1 — Intermediate⏳ Time & Life
Essere alle prime armi
To be a beginner
Literal Translation
"To be at the first weapons"
What it means
Describes someone who is new to an activity or profession and still lacks experience.
Example in context
"Non criticarlo troppo — è ancora alle prime armi."
"Don't criticise him too much — he is still a beginner."
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