noun
Neutral term for a young person, often used in contrast to older or more experienced individuals.
若輩の私が言うのもなんですが、もう少し慎重に進めたほうがいいと思います。
It may be presumptuous of a young person like me to say this, but I think we should proceed a bit more carefully.
noun, na-adjective
Often used humbly or critically to refer to someone lacking experience or skill. Can be used as a noun or adjectivally with な.
まだ若輩の身ですが、精一杯頑張ります。
I am still a novice, but I will do my best.
若輩な意見で恐縮ですが、別の方法もあると思います。
I apologize for my inexperienced opinion, but I think there is another way.
Compound of 若 (young) and 輩 (fellow, group). The spelling 弱輩 uses 弱 (weak) and is rare.