日程

にってい

schedule

JLPT N2

Character Breakdown

Understanding 日程 (rìchéng)

日程 means "schedule" or "agenda" and is commonly used to refer to planned activities or events within a certain timeframe. It often appears in formal or business contexts but is also used in daily life when discussing plans.

Usage Notes

日程 typically refers to a set plan or timetable, such as a meeting schedule, travel itinerary, or daily agenda. It implies a structured sequence of events rather than a vague plan.

Common Collocations

  • 日程安排 (rìchéng ānpái): schedule arrangement, used when organizing or confirming plans.
  • 日程紧张 (rìchéng jǐnzhāng): tight schedule, indicating a busy timetable.
  • 调整日程 (tiáozhěng rìchéng): adjust the schedule, used when changing planned times.

Practical Tips

When using 日程, it’s common to pair it with verbs like 安排 (arrange), 确认 (confirm), or 调整 (adjust). It is more formal than 计划 (plan) and emphasizes timing and order. Avoid confusing 日程 with 时间 (time) which is more general.

日程 helps speakers clearly communicate about specific plans and timing, making it essential for professional and social scheduling.

Example Sentences

We need to confirm tomorrow's schedule.

His schedule is very tight, with almost no free time.

Please send me the meeting schedule so I can arrange my time.