programme
gb/pɹˈoʊɡɹˌæm/ us/pɹˈoʊɡɹˌæm/
A2
English
~ 400
program, műsor, programoz, beprogramoz, beállít
NOUN
A2
1
Usage pattern:
a programme of [activities/events]
The festival's programme includes music, dance, and theatre.
A fesztivál programjában zene, tánc és színházi előadások is szerepelnek.
I saw the programme for the conference online.
Megnéztem az interneten a konferencia programját.
The television programme was very informative.
She handed me the concert programme at the entrance.
Learner examples
The school has a new sports programme.
Az iskolának új sportprogramja van.
This TV programme is very funny.
Ez a tévéműsor nagyon vicces.
We read the programme before the play.
The training programme starts next week.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse 'programme' (events) with 'program' (computer software) without recognizing British vs American spelling differences.
Meaning
A schedule of planned activities
Collocations
television programme
|training programme
|concert programme
|school programme
|development programme
Synonyms
schedule (More general; can refer to timing for any activity, not just organized events.)
|
agenda (Often used for meetings; more formal and structured.)
Antonyms
improvisation (Refers to doing something without any plan or preparation.)
Themes
entertainment
|education
|events
|arts_entertainment
|core_vocabulary
Definition
A list or plan of events or activities that will happen.
A set of related events, activities, or performances arranged in a particular order and often for a specific purpose.
NOUN
B1
TECHNICAL
2
program
A2
Usage pattern:
a computer programme for [task]
The company developed a new accounting programme.
A cég új könyvelőprogramot fejlesztett.
I installed an antivirus programme on my laptop.
Vírusirtó programot telepítettem a laptopomra.
This programme helps students learn languages.
Learner examples
I use a programme to edit photos.
Fényképek szerkesztésére használok egy programot.
He wrote a small programme for his class.
Írt egy kis programot az egyik órájára.
This programme can check your spelling.
Common mistake:
Learners may confuse 'programme' (UK) with 'program' (US), especially in computing contexts where US spelling dominates globally.
Meaning
Computer software instructions
Collocations
write a programme
|install a programme
|run a programme
Synonyms
application (A type of program designed for end users with specific functions.)
|
software (General term for all kinds of computer programs.)
Antonyms
hardware (Refers to the physical components of a computer, not the coded instructions.)
Themes
technology
|computing
|science
|core_vocabulary
Definition
A set of instructions that tells a computer what to do.
A set of coded instructions that a computer can understand and execute to perform specific tasks.
NOUN
B1
FORMAL
3
program
B1
Usage pattern:
a programme to [do something]
The government launched a new health awareness programme.
A kormány új egészségtudatossági programot indított.
Our company has a training programme for new employees.
Cégünk képzési programot kínál az új munkavállalóknak.
The charity runs a feeding programme for children.
Learner examples
The city has a clean air programme.
A városnak van egy programja a levegő tisztábbá tételére.
They started a reading programme for kids.
Olvasásfejlesztő programot indítottak gyerekeknek.
The school has a safety programme.
Meaning
A planned set of actions or policies
Collocations
reform programme
|economic programme
|research programme
Synonyms
initiative (Often emphasizes the start of a new plan or action.)
|
project (Usually refers to a specific undertaking, smaller in scope than some programmes.)
Antonyms
disorganization (Lack of structured planning or coordinated action.)
Themes
business
|government
|development
|work
|core_vocabulary
Definition
A plan of actions to reach a goal.
An organized plan or policy designed to achieve specific objectives over time.
VERB
B2
TECHNICAL
4
Usage pattern:
to programme [a device/machine] to [do something]
You can programme the thermostat to turn on at 6 a.m.
Beprogramozhatod a termosztátot, hogy reggel 6-kor bekapcsoljon.
He programmed the robot to avoid obstacles.
Arra programozta a robotot, hogy elkerülje az akadályokat.
The technician programmed the alarm system before leaving.
Learner examples
I can programme my phone to wake me up.
Be tudom állítani a telefonomon az ébresztőt.
She programmes the coffee maker every night.
Minden este beprogramozza a kávéfőzőt.
We need to programme the lights to turn off at 10 p.m.
Meaning
To set instructions for operation
Collocations
programme a computer
|programme a washing machine
|programme the timer
Synonyms
code (Emphasizes writing software in a programming language.)
|
configure (Focuses on setting options rather than writing full instructions.)
Antonyms
erase (Remove programmed instructions from a device.)
Themes
technology
|engineering
|work
|core_vocabulary
Definition
To give instructions to a machine or computer so it works in a certain way.
To create or set instructions that control how a device, machine, or system operates.
Grammar
Dictionary form
programme
IPA
GB/pɹˈoʊɡɹˌæm/
US/pɹˈoʊɡɹˌæm/
Syllables & stress
pro - gramme (2 syllables)
Stress on 1st syllable (pro)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: programme
- Plural: programmes
Verb
- Base: programme
- 3rd Person Singular: programmes
- Present Participle: programming
- Past: programmed
Word family
Forms
Core family
programmer
noun B1
Related words
program
noun A2
Advanced or less common
programmable
adjective
reprogramme
verb
programmatic
adjective
Expressions
programme of events
1/pɹˈoʊɡɹˌæm əv ɪvˈɛnts/
fixed phrase
List of planned happenings for an occasion
A list that shows what will happen during an event or over time.
Examples
- The wedding's programme of events was sent to all guests.
- The festival organisers published the full programme of events online.
television programme
1/tˈɛləvˌɪʒən pɹˈoʊɡɹˌæm/
fixed phrase
A show broadcast on TV at a set time
A show that is shown on television at a certain time.
Examples
- That television programme is very popular with teenagers.
- I never miss my favourite television programme on Friday nights.
training programme
1/tɹˈeɪnɪŋ pɹˈoʊɡɹˌæm/
fixed phrase
Organized course for learning skills
A planned course to teach people new skills or knowledge.
Examples
- The company offers a two-week training programme for new staff.
- She joined a training programme to improve her computer skills.