Esquema (en. Scheme)

/es'ke.ma/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Representation or plan that summarizes the essential parts of a topic.
The teacher presented a scheme of the theory before starting the class.
El profesor presentó un esquema de la teoría antes de comenzar la clase.
Structure or design of a system or process.
The scheme of the machine's operation was explained in the manual.
El esquema de funcionamiento de la máquina fue explicado en el manual.
Mental scheme that guides a person's behavior or understanding.
His scheme about justice influenced his decision.
Su esquema sobre la justicia influyó en su decisión.

Etymology

From the Greek 'skhēma', meaning shape or figure.

Common Phrases and Expressions

work scheme
Plan that defines the tasks and objectives to be fulfilled.
esquema de trabajo
to make a scheme
To create a summary or diagram of a topic.
hacer un esquema
mental scheme
Internal representation that helps to understand or remember information.
esquema mental

Related Words

diagram
Graphic representation of information or concepts.
diagrama
plan
Design or project that guides future actions.
plan
structure
Organization and arrangement of elements in a whole.
estructura

Slang Meanings

Tactic or strategy used in a plan.
The group developed a good scheme to tackle the project.
El grupo desarrolló un buen esquema para abordar el proyecto.
Clever trick or method to achieve a goal.
He used a scheme to finish the work on time.
Usó un esquema para terminar el trabajo a tiempo.