Words / A2

ENT-uh/ˈentə/

To enter is to go into a place: enter the room, enter a competition. Go in / come in are more informal. Enter is also type data: enter your password. Entrance is the door; entry can be the act or a competition place. You enter a place, not “enter in the room” — drop the extra in.

Meaning

To go or come into a place.

Examples

• “Please enter the room quietly.”
• “Please enter by the side door.”
• “Enter your email and click next.”

Good to know

enter + place (no extra in). enter a competition. Nouns: entrance / entry.

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