partial program

[PAR-shul PROH-gram]
nounpl: partial programs
programa parcial
1. A computer program or academic curriculum that is incomplete, covering only part of the required content or functionality
The software update was a partial program that didn't include all the new features.
A atualização de software era um programa parcial que não incluía todos os novos recursos.
2. In education, a course of study that does not lead to a full degree or certification
She enrolled in a partial program to improve her coding skills without committing to a full degree.
Ela se matriculou em um programa parcial para melhorar suas habilidades de codificação sem se comprometer com um grau completo.
3. In broadcasting or entertainment, a program schedule or transmission that covers only part of the intended broadcast
Due to technical issues, only a partial program was aired that evening.
Devido a problemas técnicos, apenas um programa parcial foi transmitido naquela noite.
In Brazilian educational contexts, 'programa parcial' is frequently used when discussing distance learning or modular courses that allow students to earn credentials without full enrollment. In the USA and tech industry, this term is standard when describing software updates or beta releases that don't include complete functionality.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
incomplete programpartial courseabbreviated programlimited program
Antonyms / Antônimos
complete programfull programcomprehensive programentire program

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
programa parcial
Standard term used in educational and technical contexts
São Paulo
programa parcial / programa incompleto
Both terms are commonly used in business and academic settings
Portugal
programa parcial
Same usage as Brazilian Portuguese, though 'incompleto' may be preferred in some contexts
USA
partial program
Common in academic and software development industries

Related Words

programcurriculumsoftwarecertificationcoursemodule

Related Idioms & Phrases

half-baked program
work in progress
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