programme

See also programmé

English

Wikipedia

Alternative forms

• program (US, see usage note below)

Etymology

From Late Latin programma, from Ancient Greek meaning "a public written notice".

Pronunciation

• (RP) IPA: /ˈpɹəʊɡɹæm/
• SAMPA: /"pr@Ugr{m/

Noun

programme (plural programmes)

1. A planned sequence of events.

   Our programme for today’s exercise class includes swimming and jogging.

2. A sheet or booklet that lists a schedule of events.
3. A presentation that is broadcast on radio or television.

   The programme about Greek architecture starts at 9:00 on Channel 4.

Synonyms

• (leaflet): playbill (for a play)

Usage notes

• Usage of program and programme:
  • US: program is the only spelling normally used. Programme is sometimes used to refer to the printed sheet or booklet listing performers or activities in order of their appearance; program is used to refer to the performance itself.
  • UK: programme is used in all cases except for computer code, in which case program is generally used. Older sources may use programme for computer code.
  • Canada: program prevails; both program and programme are used.
  • Australia and New Zealand: program is endorsed by Australian government style; program and programme are both common.

Translations

programme — see program

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French

Pronunciation

• IPA: /pʁɔ.ɡʁam/

• Audio

  (file)

Noun

programme m. (plural programmes)

1. A set of structured activities.
2. A leaflet listing information about a play, game or other activity.
3. A particular mindset or method of doing things.

Verb

programme

1. first-person singular present indicative of programmer
2. third-person singular present indicative of programmer
3. first-person singular present subjunctive of programmer
4. third-person singular present subjunctive of programmer
5. second-person singular imperative of programmer