How to Pronounce Scheming

To pronounce "scheming", say SCHEM-ing — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

SCHEM-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “scheming”

"scheming" has 2 syllables: schem-ing. It rhymes with beaming and teeming, if that helps it stick.

What does scheming mean?

verb

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

adjective

  1. Tending to scheme; forming underhand plots.

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Words that rhyme with scheming

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beamingteeminggleamingscreamingdaydreamingseemingredeemingstreamingreamingsteamingcreamingmainstreaming

Related words

designingconnivingartfulshrewdhardcalculativecalculatingunderhand

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "scheming"?▾

"Scheming" has 2 syllables: schem · ing.

What does "scheming" mean?▾

Scheming: To plot, or contrive a plan.

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