Meaning 1neutral · 82%
An organized concept or diagram that shows the essential features of something.
Natural examples
Die Ärztin zeichnet ein Schema des Herzens.
The doctor draws a diagram of the heart.
Nach diesem Schema ordnen wir die Akten.
We organize the files according to this system.
Das einfache Schema hilft beim Lernen.
The simple model helps with studying.
Usage note
Schema is neuter. Common plurals are Schemata and Schemas; Schemen is also used.
Mini-lesson: Schema
An organized concept or diagram that shows the essential features of something. Schema is neuter. Common plurals are Schemata and Schemas; Schemen is also used.
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