entering
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ˈɛn.tər.ɪŋ/
KK: /ˈɛntərɪŋ/
noun
Definition
The act of going into a place or joining a group.
Example
Entering the room quietly, she tried not to disturb anyone.
Conversation
Did you see the entering ceremony for the new students?
Yeah, it was really nice to welcome everyone.
I thought the speeches were great, especially the one about teamwork.
Absolutely! It really set a positive tone for the year.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
influx
arrival
admission
Antonyms
exit
departure
withdrawal
verb
Definition
To go or come into a place or space.
Example
She is entering the room quietly.
Tense Forms
Past: entered
Past Participle: entered
Conversation
Are you excited about entering the competition this weekend?
Definitely! I've been practicing a lot for it.
I can't wait to see you entering the arena.
Root Explanation
Entering → It is formed from "enter" (from Latin "intrare", meaning to go in) and "-ing" (a suffix used to form the present participle). The word "entering" means the act of going into a place or space.
Memory Tip
Think of 'going in' ('intrare') when you hear 'entering' — it describes the action of moving into a space.
Visually Confused Words
centering
unentering
enring
wintering
westering
veneering
rendering
lettering