How to pronounce program
Say it like PROH-gram. Program has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PROH).
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- PROH
- gram
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Program pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PROHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "o" in go.
- gramGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
American vs British pronunciation of program
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: PROH-gram.
What does program mean?
- a series of steps to be carried out or goals to be accomplished“they drew up a six-step plan”“they discussed plans for a new bond issue”
- a system of projects or services intended to meet a public need“he proposed an elaborate program of public works”“working mothers rely on the day care program”
- a radio or television show“did you see his program last night?”
- arrange a program of or for“program the 80th birthday party”
- write a computer program
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Words that rhyme with program
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Questions about saying program
How do you pronounce program?
Say PROH-gram. The American pronunciation is /ˈproʊˌɡræm/. In British English it is /ˈprəʊˌɡræm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in program?
Program has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PROH). Broken into parts: PROH · gram.
Is program pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh". The British form is /ˈprəʊˌɡræm/ (PROH-gram).
What words sound the same as program?
Program sounds the same as programme in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.