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How to Say "program" in Spanish

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emisión

nounA2general
Use 'emisión' when referring to a specific show or broadcast being aired on television or radio.

Examples

La emisión del partido empieza a las ocho.

The broadcast of the game starts at eight.

agenda

ah-HEN-dahaˈxenda

nounB1general
Use 'agenda' for a planned list of events or topics to be discussed, such as in a meeting or at an event.
A sheet of paper pinned to a cork board, displaying three distinct bullet points, representing a short list of topics for a meeting.

Examples

El primer punto de la agenda es la aprobación del acta anterior.

The first item on the agenda is the approval of the previous minutes.

Enviaron la agenda de la conferencia por correo electrónico.

They sent the conference program (or agenda) by email.

Don't confuse 'agenda' with 'schedule'

Mistake: “Using 'agenda' to mean a bus or train schedule.”

Correction: For transportation times, use 'horario.' 'Agenda' is for personal appointments or meeting topics.

panorama

pah-noh-RAH-mahpanoˈɾama

nounB2informal
Use 'panorama' to talk about entertainment options or activities planned for a period, like a weekend.
A group of friends having a picnic together on a blanket in a park.

Examples

¿Tienes algún panorama para este fin de semana?

Do you have any plans for this weekend?

Ir al cine es un excelente panorama para un día de lluvia.

Going to the movies is a great plan for a rainy day.

Hay muchos panoramas culturales en la ciudad este mes.

There are many cultural activities in the city this month.

Regional Meaning

In most of the Spanish-speaking world, this word means 'view.' Only in specific regions (like Chile) does it mean 'a fun plan.'

Regional Confusion

Mistake: “Using 'panorama' to mean 'social plan' in Spain.”

Correction: Use 'plan' in Spain. While people will understand you, it sounds very Chilean.

plataforma

pla-ta-FOR-maplataˈfoɾma

nounC1formal
Use 'plataforma' when referring to a formal set of objectives, principles, or proposals, often in a political or business context.
A simple human figure standing confidently on a small, sturdy, raised wooden box, holding a large, rolled-up scroll tied with a ribbon, symbolizing a political platform or set of principles.

Examples

El partido político presentó su plataforma electoral antes de las elecciones.

The political party presented its electoral platform before the elections.

La nueva plataforma de activistas busca la igualdad de género.

The new activists' platform seeks gender equality.

Figurative Meaning

Here, 'plataforma' is used figuratively to mean the 'base' or foundation of someone's political or social beliefs.

Choosing Between Agenda and Emisión

Learners often confuse 'agenda' and 'emisión'. Remember that 'emisión' specifically refers to a broadcast event like a TV show or radio program, while 'agenda' is a schedule of activities or topics.

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