IELTS Speaking · Vocabulary
enrol
verb/ɪnˈrəʊl/Band 6
Last updated 21 July 2026
In short
“enrol” is a Band 6 verb that means to officially register as a member or student of a course or institution. Below you'll find its pronunciation, natural example sentences, synonyms and antonyms, and the collocations that help you use it accurately in the IELTS Speaking test.
Meaning
To officially register as a member or student of a course or institution.
Example sentences
Natural, spoken examples at the level an examiner rewards.
- “Thousands of students enrol on the course each year.”
- “You need to enrol before the start of term.”
Synonyms & antonyms
Synonyms
registersign upjoin
Antonyms
withdrawdrop out
Collocations & common phrases
Word partners that make your usage sound natural — the difference between knowing a word and using it well.
Collocations
enrol on a courseenrol at a universityenrol students
Common phrases
enrol in a programme
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Frequently asked questions
What does “enrol” mean?
To officially register as a member or student of a course or institution.
How do you use “enrol” in a sentence?
For example: “Thousands of students enrol on the course each year.”
What are some synonyms for “enrol”?
Synonyms include register, sign up, join.
Is “enrol” good vocabulary for IELTS Speaking?
Yes. It is Band 6 vocabulary, and collocations such as enrol on a course, enrol at a university, enrol students help you use it naturally. Reaching for precise, less common words like this is exactly what lifts your Lexical Resource score.
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