Beginner Level
Elementary Level, Beginning Level
noun, の adjective
The first level of something is the beginner level. Compare this to 中級 and 上級 (vocab from this level) to get a fuller understanding.
This is a jukugo word, which usually means on'yomi readings from the kanji. If you know the readings of your kanji you'll know how to read this as well.
来週、初級から中級にレベルが上がります。
I'm moving to the intermediate level class from the beginner level class next week.
このコースは、初級、中級、上級の三つのレベルに分かれています。
This course is divided into three levels: beginner, intermediate and advanced.
私の日本語はまだ初級レベルですが、一生懸命勉強しています。
My Japanese is still at an elementary level, but I’m working hard at it.