Meaning and Usage
"日程" (にってい) means "schedule" or "agenda" and is commonly used to refer to planned dates and times for events, meetings, trips, or tasks. It is a formal noun often used in business and daily life.
Common Contexts
You will often hear "日程" when discussing plans that require coordination, such as meetings (会議の日程), travel plans (旅行の日程), or project timelines.
Collocations and Patterns
- 日程を調整する: to adjust or coordinate a schedule
- 日程が決まる: the schedule is decided
- 日程が詰まっている: the schedule is packed or busy
Usage Notes
"日程" focuses on the timing and arrangement of events rather than the content or details. It is more formal than words like "予定" (plans) and is suitable for professional or polite conversation.
Common Mistake
Learners sometimes confuse "日程" with "予定". Remember, "日程" emphasizes the fixed schedule or timetable, while "予定" can be more general plans or intentions without fixed timing.