B2noun 2K

Scheme

🇬🇧 UK /["/skiːm/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/skiːm/"]/

Meaning of Scheme

a plan or system for doing or organizing something

In simple words: A plan or program to do something, especially something clever or dishonest.

Scheme in a sentence

• The engineer presented his scheme for the new transportation system.
• He had a clever scheme to save money on his monthly bills.
• The company implemented a scheme to improve employee productivity.
• They discovered a scheme to defraud investors during the investigation.
• The plot of the movie involved a complex scheme that kept the audience guessing.

How to use Scheme

Use 'scheme' when discussing organized plans or arrangements, particularly in contexts of strategy or trickery. It's less appropriate in casual conversations unless referring to a specific plan.

Grammar pattern

scheme + object

Memory hint

Think of 'scheme' as a secret plan, like a scheme to win a game.

Related words

Collocations with Scheme

• major
• multi-million-pound
• ambitious
• have
• come up with
• design
• offer something
• provide something
• allow something
• in a/​the scheme
• under a/​the scheme
• scheme for
• crazy
• hare-brained
• elaborate
• concoct
• devise
• dream up
• involve something

Synonyms for Scheme

• plan
• strategy
• design
• project
• plot

Opposites of Scheme

• spontaneity
• disorganization

Common mistakes with Scheme

• Using 'scheme' as a verb instead of a noun.
• Confusing 'scheme' with 'program' in contexts that require clarification.
• Assuming 'scheme' only has negative connotations.

Frequently asked questions about Scheme

What does Scheme mean?

A plan or program to do something, especially something clever or dishonest.

What is the definition of Scheme?

a plan or system for doing or organizing something

How do you use Scheme in a sentence?

The engineer presented his scheme for the new transportation system.

Can you give another example of Scheme?

He had a clever scheme to save money on his monthly bills.

What are synonyms for Scheme?

Common alternatives include plan, strategy, design, project, plot.

What is the opposite of Scheme?

Opposite meanings include spontaneity, disorganization.

What words go with Scheme?

It commonly pairs with major, multi-million-pound, ambitious, have, come up with, design, offer something, provide something, allow something, in a/​the scheme, under a/​the scheme, scheme for, crazy, hare-brained, elaborate, concoct, devise, dream up, involve something.

What are common mistakes when using Scheme?

Using 'scheme' as a verb instead of a noun. Confusing 'scheme' with 'program' in contexts that require clarification. Assuming 'scheme' only has negative connotations.

How do you pronounce Scheme?

US: /["/skiːm/"]/, UK: /["/skiːm/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Scheme?

Use 'scheme' when discussing organized plans or arrangements, particularly in contexts of strategy or trickery. It's less appropriate in casual conversations unless referring to a specific plan.

What CEFR level is Scheme?

"Scheme" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.