How to Pronounce "programmed"
word
/ˈpɹoʊˌɡɹæmd/
PROH-gramd
/pɹˈəʊɡɹæmd/
PROH-gramd
Definition
Set to follow instructions given in advance, especially by computer code. Can also mean something that has been planned or scheduled to happen.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈpɹoʊˌɡɹæmd/
British English
/pɹˈəʊɡɹæmd/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PROH-gramd
UK
PROH-gramd
Listen in Context
Our meeting is programmed for next week.
The robot was programmed to clean the floor.
The lights are programmed to turn on at 7 p.m.
He feels like he's been programmed to wake up early, even on weekends.