B2 noun Neutre

scheme

/skiːm/

A systematic plan or arrangement for attaining a particular object or putting an idea into effect. It can also refer to a secretive or devious plot to achieve a goal, often used to describe government programs or organizational systems.

Exemples

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1

The local council has introduced a new recycling scheme for garden waste.

The local council has introduced a new recycling plan for garden waste.

2

The proposed scheme for urban redevelopment will require significant private investment.

The proposed plan for urban redevelopment will require significant private investment.

3

I wonder what kind of scheme he's cooked up this time to get out of work.

I wonder what kind of plan he has created this time to avoid working.

Famille de mots

Nom
scheme
Verb
scheme
Adverbe
schematically
Adjectif
schematic
Apparenté
schemer
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Astuce mémo

Think of a 'schematic' diagram. Just as a schematic shows how parts of a machine fit together, a 'scheme' is the structural plan of how a system works.

Quiz rapide

The interior designer suggested a blue and silver _____ for the master bedroom.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : scheme

Exemples

1

The local council has introduced a new recycling scheme for garden waste.

everyday

The local council has introduced a new recycling plan for garden waste.

2

The proposed scheme for urban redevelopment will require significant private investment.

formal

The proposed plan for urban redevelopment will require significant private investment.

3

I wonder what kind of scheme he's cooked up this time to get out of work.

informal

I wonder what kind of plan he has created this time to avoid working.

4

The classification scheme used in this study is based on recent genetic findings.

academic

The classification system used in this study is based on recent genetic findings.

5

Employees are encouraged to join the company's contributory pension scheme.

business

Employees are encouraged to join the company's contributory pension plan.

Famille de mots

Nom
scheme
Verb
scheme
Adverbe
schematically
Adjectif
schematic
Apparenté
schemer

Collocations courantes

color scheme a combination of colors used in decoration
pension scheme a system for providing a retirement income
pilot scheme a small-scale experimental project
classification scheme a system for grouping things by type
incentive scheme a plan to motivate people to work harder

Phrases Courantes

in the grand scheme of things

considering everything in a broad context

pyramid scheme

a fraudulent investment scam

rhyme scheme

the ordered pattern of rhymes at the ends of lines of a poem

Souvent confondu avec

scheme vs plan

A plan is a general neutral term, whereas 'scheme' can imply a large-scale official system (UK) or a dishonest plot (US).

scheme vs sketch

A sketch is a rough drawing or outline, while a scheme is a detailed system or organized method.

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Notes d'usage

In British English, 'scheme' is a very common and neutral word for a government or organizational program. In American English, it more frequently carries a negative connotation, suggesting a crafty or underhanded plot.

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Erreurs courantes

Learners often assume 'scheme' is always negative (like a scam). However, in many professional contexts, it simply means a formal system or program.

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Astuce mémo

Think of a 'schematic' diagram. Just as a schematic shows how parts of a machine fit together, a 'scheme' is the structural plan of how a system works.

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Origine du mot

Derived from the Greek 'skhema', meaning 'form, figure, or appearance'.

Modèles grammaticaux

Countable noun (plural: schemes) Often followed by 'for' + gerund or 'to' + infinitive Can be used as a transitive or intransitive verb
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Contexte culturel

In the United Kingdom, government initiatives like the 'Cycle to Work Scheme' make the word appear frequently in public life without any negative meaning.

Quiz rapide

The interior designer suggested a blue and silver _____ for the master bedroom.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : scheme

Mots lis

subsupertion

C1

Describing a state, process, or entity that exists across or connects both subordinate and superior levels within a hierarchical system. It refers to the intersectional quality of elements that influence both the foundational and the overarching structures of an organization or concept.

multiphobfy

C1

A psychological state characterized by the convergence and compounding of multiple distinct phobias into a single, pervasive condition. It refers to the complex interplay where various irrational fears amplify each other, often leading to total cognitive paralysis.

adnavant

C1

Describing something that is moving forward or situated in a leading, proactive position within a sequence or system. It is often used in technical or formal contexts to denote a state of advancement or a strategic frontward placement.

uniscendure

C1

To integrate multiple complex systems or disparate elements into a single, cohesive, and simplified path of operation. It describes the act of unifying various components while simultaneously grounding them into a more accessible or fundamental structure.

enalterion

C1

Describes a state, condition, or pattern that occurs in a sequence of alternating or recurring stages. It is typically used in technical, medical, or formal contexts to characterize systems that shift between two or more distinct modes.

superloqucide

C1

Describing a person or style of communication that is so excessively talkative it effectively 'kills' the conversation or prevents others from participating. It refers to a level of verbosity that dominates and stifles any potential for balanced dialogue.

circumuniery

C1

The state or act of encircling a single, central point or unity. It describes a structural or conceptual arrangement where all elements are oriented toward a one-point focus or central core.

bigravive

C1

Describes a state or entity influenced by two distinct centers of gravity or significant forces. It is typically used to characterize situations where two powerful, often opposing, pressures exert equal pull on an individual or system.

contraclamly

C1

A rare adjective describing a state of being quietly defiant or stubbornly silent in direct opposition to public noise or popular outcry. It characterizes an individual or attitude that uses composed silence as a strategic tool to resist external pressure or chaos.

univadacy

C1

To unify or standardize disparate elements, systems, or ideas into a single, cohesive framework. This verb is primarily used in specialized technical or administrative contexts to describe the process of achieving total systemic consistency.

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