Schema
[ˈʃeːma]
In German, the English word 'scheme' is translated as Schema.
Schema refers to a systematic plan or a structured model. In German, it is often used in technical, scientific or mathematical contexts to describe a structured pattern or model, whereas in English 'scheme' can often carry a negative connotation of a plot.
Meaning: systematic plan of future action (noun)
Which one should you use?
While Schema refers to a systematic structure or abstract model, the word Plan is more commonly used for a concrete sequence of actions or a practical arrangement.
Related words
How does it change in a sentence?
The plural of Schema is Schemas. The noun Schema follows standard German declension, taking the dative form dem Schema in certain prepositional phrases.
Did you know?
- In German, saying someone acts nach Schema F means they are following a rigid, unimaginative routine without thinking.
- A 'Schemen' in German refers to a 'shadowy figure' or 'phantom', which sounds similar to Schema but has a completely different meaning.
- While the plural Schemas is standard, you will occasionally see the Latin plural Schemata used in highly formal scientific texts.
Examples in context
- Das Schema für das IT-Projekt ist bereits erstellt.The scheme for the IT project has already been created.
- Der Finanzierungsplan ist ein ausgeklügelter Weg zur finanziellen Sicherheit.The financing scheme is a clever way to achieve financial security.
- Er hat einen Trick angewandt, um beim Spiel zu gewinnen.He used a scheme to win the game.
- Mit diesem Kniff kannst du Zeit und Energie sparen.With this scheme, you can save time and energy.
- Pass auf, dass du nicht auf seine Masche hereinfällst!Be careful not to fall for his scheme!
- Die Politiker schmiedeten hinter den Kulissen Ränke, um ihre Agenda voranzutreiben.The politicians were scheming behind the scenes to advance their agenda.
- Das Schema ist sehr komplex.The scheme is very complex.
- Das Schema für die Expansion steht fest.The scheme for the expansion is fixed.
Example conversation
Felix and Hannah are discussing a project at the office.
- FelixHast du das neue Schema schon gesehen?Have you seen the new scheme yet?
- HannahNein, Hannah hat es noch nicht gelesen.No, Hannah hasn't read it yet.
- FelixDas Schema hilft uns beim Planen.The scheme helps us with the planning.
- HannahDann schaue ich es mir sofort an.Then I will look at it immediately.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry Schema, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
