Word
enrolling
Phoneticsen·rolling
US/ɛnˈɹoʊɫɪŋ/
UK/ɛnɹˈəʊlɪŋ/
Definition
v. signing up for a course, school, or group. It means you are officially joining and putting your name on the list.
v. the present participle of 'enroll'; refers to the act of officially registering or joining a course, institution, or program. Often implies a formal administrative process.
Examples
“She is enrolling in a new photography class this week.”
“The university saw a record number of students enrolling in the computer science department this semester.”
“While many students are currently enrolling in traditional degree programs, there is a growing trend toward professional certifications that offer more immediate entry into the workforce.”
Examples
simple
“She is enrolling in a new photography class this week.”
contextual
“The university saw a record number of students enrolling in the computer science department this semester.”
complex
“While many students are currently enrolling in traditional degree programs, there is a growing trend toward professional certifications that offer more immediate entry into the workforce.”
Usage
Typically takes the preposition 'in' when referring to a course or institution.
Pitfall
I am enrolling to the course
I am enrolling in the course
The verb 'enroll' typically takes the preposition 'in' rather than 'to' when joining a program.
Real-World Examples
“A meeting with the actor Michel Simon in 1966 led to Gatlif enrolling in a dramatic arts course in Saint-Germain-en-Laye, outside Paris, after Simon wrote a letter of recommendation.” Scan code
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