No. 11,681 in French
schéma
A "schéma" is a diagram, outline, or plan used to organize or represent ideas, systems, or structures.
In a sentence
Le schéma électrique de ce dispositif est complexe.
The electrical diagram of this device is complex.
The word 'schéma' is used here to mean a diagram or technical drawing representing the setup of an electrical system.
Nous devons élaborer un schéma pour la réorganisation de l'entreprise.
We need to develop a plan for the reorganization of the company.
In this case, 'schéma' refers to a conceptual plan or structure used for organizational purposes.
Elle a expliqué le schéma narratif du roman pendant le cours.
She explained the narrative outline of the novel during the class.
Here, 'schéma' is used to denote an outline or framework, specifically of a literary narrative.
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