A1noun 3K

Programme

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈprəʊɡræm/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈprəʊɡræm/"]/

Meaning of Programme

something that people watch on television or listen to on the radio

In simple words: A plan of activities or events.

Programme in a sentence

• I signed up for a new fitness programme at the gym.
• The conference programme includes several keynote speakers.
• She is studying a computer programme to learn how to code.
• We watched a television programme about wildlife conservation.
• The school offers an exchange programme for students.
• He is part of a research programme at the university.
• The charity organised a community programme to help the homeless.
• I need to update the programme on my laptop.

How to use Programme

Use 'programme' for formal contexts like instructions or schedules. In informal settings, 'plan' might be more common. Avoid using in casual conversations unless referring to a specific event.

Grammar pattern

verb + programme (e.g., "to create a programme")

Memory hint

Think of 'programme' as a 'pro-gram' for planned events.

Related words

Collocations with Programme

• radio
• television
• TV
• see
• watch
• listen to
• in a/​the programme
• on a/​the programme
• programme about
• ambitious
• innovative
• broad
• agree
• agree on
• develop
• aim to
• allow (somebody) something
• be aimed at somebody/​something
• in a/​the programme
• on the/​your programme
• programme for
• the aim of a programme
• the objective of a programme
• the purpose of a programme
• exciting
• interesting
• musical
• arrange
• draw up
• plan
• consist of something
• include something
• programme of
• a programme of events
• concert
• theatre/​theater
• match
• in the programme

Synonyms for Programme

• line-up

Opposites of Programme

• disorganization
• chaos
• confusion

Common mistakes with Programme

• Confused with American English 'program' for software.
• Spelling errors: 'programe' without the 'm'.
• Using 'programme' incorrectly in a computer context.

Frequently asked questions about Programme

What does Programme mean?

A plan of activities or events.

What is the definition of Programme?

something that people watch on television or listen to on the radio

How do you use Programme in a sentence?

I signed up for a new fitness programme at the gym.

Can you give another example of Programme?

The conference programme includes several keynote speakers.

What are synonyms for Programme?

Common alternatives include line-up.

What is the opposite of Programme?

Opposite meanings include disorganization, chaos, confusion.

What words go with Programme?

It commonly pairs with radio, television, TV, see, watch, listen to, in a/​the programme, on a/​the programme, programme about, ambitious, innovative, broad, agree, agree on, develop, aim to, allow (somebody) something, be aimed at somebody/​something, in a/​the programme, on the/​your programme, programme for, the aim of a programme, the objective of a programme, the purpose of a programme, exciting, interesting, musical, arrange, draw up, plan, consist of something, include something, programme of, a programme of events, concert, theatre/​theater, match, in the programme.

What are common mistakes when using Programme?

Confused with American English 'program' for software. Spelling errors: 'programe' without the 'm'. Using 'programme' incorrectly in a computer context.

How do you pronounce Programme?

US: /["/ˈprəʊɡræm/"]/, UK: /["/ˈprəʊɡræm/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Programme?

Use 'programme' for formal contexts like instructions or schedules. In informal settings, 'plan' might be more common. Avoid using in casual conversations unless referring to a specific event.

What CEFR level is Programme?

"Programme" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.