non-specialist
[/nɒn ˈspeʃəlɪst/]
noun/adjectivepl: non-specialists
não-especialista
1. a person who does not have specialized knowledge, training, or expertise in a particular field or subject
The book is written for non-specialists interested in learning about quantum physics.
O livro é escrito para não-especialistas interessados em aprender sobre física quântica.
2. not requiring or involving specialized knowledge; accessible to general audiences
The museum offers non-specialist tours that explain complex art concepts in simple terms.
O museu oferece visitas para não-especialistas que explicam conceitos de arte complexos de forma simples.
This term is frequently used in academic, medical, and scientific contexts in both Brazilian and American English to describe content or communication aimed at audiences without specialized training. In Brazil, 'leigo' is often preferred in casual speech, while 'não-especialista' is more formal. The term reflects the importance of making complex information accessible to diverse audiences.
NYC Slang
regular Joe/Jane; non-tech person (when context is technology)
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