to enroll
Spanish: Inscribirse (NO ENROLARSE)
Description
To enroll refers to the process of officially registering or signing up for a program, service, or study. In medical contexts, it often pertains to patients joining clinical trials or health programs.
Interpreter Notes
Interpreters should be aware that the term 'inscribirse' is commonly used in formal medical settings. Avoid colloquial terms like 'enrolarse', as they may not be recognized in clinical contexts. It is important to maintain a formal register when interpreting this term.
Example Sentences
EN: Patients need to enroll in the study before the deadline.
ES: Los pacientes deben inscribirse en el estudio antes de la fecha límite.
Common Interpreter Mistakes
Confusing 'inscribirse' with 'enrolarse'; using informal language in clinical settings; misinterpreting the context of enrollment in studies versus programs.