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.
会議のプログラムを確認してください。
Please check the conference programme.
今日のプログラムは何ですか。
What's today's programme?
Literally 'schedule table'. Used for a written or printed programme of events, often in formal contexts.
旅行の予定表を配ります。
I'll hand out the trip programme.
Refers to a schedule or itinerary, often used for daily plans or agendas.
明日の日程を教えてください。
Please tell me tomorrow's programme.
Referring to a television or radio programme.
The standard word for a TV or radio programme. Used for any broadcast content.
この番組は毎週放送されます。
This programme is broadcast every week.
好きなテレビ番組は何ですか。
What's your favourite TV programme?
Also used for broadcast programmes, especially when emphasizing the content lineup or a special programme.
Referring to software or a computer application.
The standard term for a computer program. Note that 'programme' is the British spelling; in computing, 'program' is more common.
このプログラムは最新のOSに対応しています。
This programme supports the latest OS.
新しいプログラムをインストールしました。
I installed a new programme.
Short for ソフトウェア (software). Often used in casual contexts.
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.
この大学の修士課程は2年間です。
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.
テレビ番組を見る。
Watch a TV programme.
イベントのプログラムを印刷する。
Print the event programme.
今夜の特別プログラムをお見逃しなく。
Don't miss tonight's special programme.
This programme is free to use.
留学プログラムに参加します。
I will join a study abroad programme.
I'm taking an intensive English programme.