How to Pronounce Schemes

To pronounce "schemes", say SCHEM-es — 2 syllables, IPA /skiːmz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/skiːmz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “schemes”

"schemes" has 2 syllables: schem-es. It rhymes with beams and daydreams, if that helps it stick.

What does schemes mean?

noun

  1. A systematic plan of future action.
  2. A plot or secret, devious plan.

verb

  1. To plot, or contrive a plan.
  2. To plan; to contrive.

Synonyms

blueprint

Words that rhyme with schemes

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

beamsdaydreamsdreamsseamsseemsjeamesstreamscreamsextremessteamsteemshiems

Related words

conniveintriguedodgingstrategydodgeactionsagendasappliances

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "schemes"?▾

"Schemes" has 2 syllables: schem · es.

What is the IPA transcription of "schemes"?▾

The IPA transcription of "schemes" is /skiːmz/.

What does "schemes" mean?▾

Schemes: A systematic plan of future action.

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