录取 (lù qǔ) is a verb meaning 'to admit'—especially in the context of schools, universities, or training programs accepting applicants. The character 录 (lù) means 'to record' or 'to register', and 取 (qǔ) means 'to take' or 'to obtain'. Together, they convey the idea of 'selecting and officially recording someone into an institution'. It’s commonly used during admissions seasons, such as university entrance or civil service recruitment.

This word implies formal acceptance after evaluation—e.g., based on exams, interviews, or qualifications—and carries a sense of official approval. It’s not used for casual enrollment (like signing up for a workshop), nor for automatic registration. 录取 is transitive: it always takes a direct object (e.g., 录取学生, 录取名单). It often appears in passive constructions (e.g., 被录取) when emphasizing the applicant’s status.