enrolment: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples

'Enrolment' typically implies joining a specific course, programme, or membership list, often involving a selection or qualification. 'Registration' is a broader term for signing up or recording details for any purpose (e.g., event registration, voter registration). In educational contexts, they are often used interchangeably, but 'enrolment' is more specific to the institution.

It can be both. As an uncountable noun, it refers to the process (e.g., 'the enrolment process'). As a countable noun, it often refers to specific instances or numbers (e.g., 'There were a hundred new enrolments this term').

Use 'enrolment' if you are writing in British, Australian, or other Commonwealth English. Use 'enrollment' if you are writing in American English. The verb forms follow suit: 'enrol' (UK) / 'enroll' (US).

It depends on the context. Common prepositions are 'in' (enrolment in a course), 'at' (enrolment at a university), 'for' (enrolment for the semester), and 'of' (enrolment of students).

The act of officially joining a course, institution, or programme.

Enrolment is usually formal, administrative, educational in register.

Enrolment: in British English it is pronounced /ɪnˈrəʊl.mənt/, and in American English it is pronounced /ɪnˈroʊl.mənt/. Tap the audio buttons above to hear it.