Cool MateAdmission vs Entry
When to use each in English, with meaning, register, and examples.
Admission
Top 2,000 (common)C1noun
Entry
Top 1,000 (very common)B1noun
Most common: Entry
| Admission | Entry | |
|---|---|---|
| Pronunciation | 🇬🇧 /["/ədˈmɪʃn/"]/🇺🇸 /["/ədˈmɪʃn/"]/ | 🇬🇧 /["/ˈentri/"]/🇺🇸 /["/ˈentri/"]/ |
| Meaning | The process of being allowed to enter a place or organization. | A way in or a place to go inside. |
| Example | The admission policy of the university was recently updated to include more diverse applicants. | The entry to the museum was free on Sundays. |
| Register | Neutral | Neutral |
| How common | Top 2,000 (common) | Top 1,000 (very common) |
| CEFR level | C1 | B1 |
| Part of speech | noun | noun |
| Collocations | free, half-price, emergency, apply for, seek, gain, charge, fee, price, on admission, admission to, clear, frank, full, make, admission of, an admission of defeat, an admission of failure, an admission of guilt, free, half-price, emergency, apply for, seek, gain, charge, fee, price, on admission, admission to | forced, forcible, unauthorized, force, gain, bar, point, code, entry into, entry to, a/the point of entry, free, college, school, apply for, gain, allow somebody, criteria, qualifications, requirements, entry into, entry to, right of entry, winning, late, mail, post, send, coupon, form, fee, entry for, entry in, entry to, winning, late, mail, post, send, coupon, form, fee, entry for, entry in, entry to, diary, journal, dictionary, make, write, post, in an/the entry, entry for, entry in, free, college, school, apply for, gain, allow somebody, criteria, qualifications, requirements, entry into, entry to, right of entry, way, hall, door, entry to |
| Antonyms | exclusion, refusal | exit, departure |
| Common mistakes | 'Admission' is often confused with 'admittance' — remember 'admission' is the process, while 'admittance' refers to being allowed in., Learners sometimes use 'admission' incorrectly in phrases like 'I admission to the concert' instead of 'I got admission to the concert.', 'Admission' is misused in informal contexts, using more casual words would be more appropriate. | 'Entry' confused with 'enter' which is a verb., 'Entry' used in place of 'entrance' when talking about a physical doorway., 'Entry' mistakenly used in plural form when referring to one access point. |
| Usage notes | Typically used in formal contexts such as schools, universities, and events. Avoid using in casual conversations where simpler terms like 'entry' might fit better. | Use 'entry' when talking about going into a place, like a building or a competition. It’s neutral, so appropriate in most contexts but avoid in super casual discussions. |
Frequently asked questions: Admission vs Entry
What's the difference between Admission and Entry?
Admission: The process of being allowed to enter a place or organization. Entry: A way in or a place to go inside.
Which is more common: Admission and Entry?
Entry is the most common in everyday English.
Are Admission and Entry the same CEFR level?
Admission: C1, Entry: B1 on the CEFR scale.
Can I use Admission and Entry interchangeably?
Not always. Admission and Entry are related and overlap in some contexts, but they differ in register, how common they are, and usage, so swapping one for another can change the meaning or tone. Check the differences above before substituting.