Translation guide
The English word 'programme' (or 'program') can refer to a scheduled event plan, a broadcast show, a computer application, or an educational course. This guide covers natural Japanese expressions for each meaning.
Referring to a planned series of activities, such as a conference programme, festival programme, or daily schedule.
The most common and versatile loanword for 'programme' in the sense of a schedule or plan. Used for events, conferences, TV/radio, and more.
Please check the conference programme.
What's today's programme?
Literally 'schedule table'. Used for a written or printed programme of events, often in formal contexts.
I'll hand out the trip programme.
Refers to a schedule or itinerary, often used for daily plans or agendas.
Please tell me tomorrow's programme.
Referring to a television or radio programme.
Referring to software or a computer application.
Referring to a programme of study, such as a university degree programme or training course.
Refers to a curriculum or course of study. Common in academic contexts.
The master's programme at this university is two years.
Also used for educational programmes, especially when referring to a structured set of courses or training.
Often used for shorter courses or specific training programmes.
Use 番組 for TV/radio shows. Use プログラム for schedules, events, and computer programs. プログラム can also be used for broadcasts, but 番組 is more specific and natural for everyday TV/radio.
Watch a TV programme.
Print the event programme.
What's your favourite TV programme?
Don't miss tonight's special programme.
I installed a new programme.
This programme is free to use.
I will join a study abroad programme.
I'm taking an intensive English programme.