programme
PROHG-ram
Also spelled program (US spelling)
Programme (noun) means the standard British spelling of "program," used for broadcasts, plans, and schedules. Example: “The BBC aired a new documentary programme on Sunday evening.”
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The standard British spelling of "program," used for broadcasts, plans, and schedules.
"Our programme for today’s exercise class includes swimming and jogging."
"The programme about Greek architecture starts at 9:00 on Channel 4."
"The BBC aired a new documentary programme on Sunday evening."
"ITEC is the Indian Technical and Economic Cooperation Programme."
"Which radio programme do you listen to on your way to work?"
"The college runs a training programme for new nurses every autumn."
How to use programme
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishBritish English spelling of "program" for everything except computer software.
UK vs US
British English keeps "program" only for computing; everything else uses "programme."
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- programmes
- Past tense
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What does “programme” mean?
The word “programme” means the standard British spelling of "program," used for broadcasts, plans, and schedules. In plain terms, british English spelling of "program" for everything except computer software.
How do you pronounce “programme”?
“Programme” is pronounced PROHG-ram (/ˈpɹoʊˌɡɹæm/ in IPA).
How do you use “programme” in a sentence?
Here is “programme” used in a sentence: “The BBC aired a new documentary programme on Sunday evening.”
What part of speech is “programme”?
“Programme” is a noun.
Is “programme” a common word?
“Programme” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the A1 level.
What is the difference between 'programme' and 'program'?
They are the same word with different spellings. 'Programme' is the British spelling, used for TV and radio broadcasts, events, plans, and printed schedules. 'Program' is the American spelling for all senses — and even in British English, 'program' is used for computer software. Meaning and pronunciation are identical.
When should I use 'programme' instead of 'program'?
In British English, use 'programme' for broadcasts, schedules, events, and planned series of actions — a TV programme, a training programme. Use 'program' only for computer software, even in the UK. In American English, 'program' covers every sense, and 'programme' is not used at all.
What are the types of programme?
The word covers several things: a broadcast, such as a TV or radio programme; a printed guide handed out at a play or concert; and an organised plan of activities, like a training or government programme. All share the idea of a planned, structured sequence.
What is an example of a programme?
A television programme, such as a nightly news show, is a common example. So is the printed programme you receive at a theatre listing the cast and scenes, or a fitness programme setting out a schedule of workouts to follow over several weeks.
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