schematics
schematics — adjective
- schematicspositive
- more schematicscomparative
- most schematicssuperlative
1. drawn or presented as a simple diagram that shows only the essential parts and t
drawn or presented as a simple diagram that shows only the essential parts and the way they connect, so that the overall structure of something is clear
Jin studied the schematic diagram of the new computer before opening the case.
collocation: schematic diagram
The architect drew a schematic plan showing the basic layout of each floor.
collocation: schematic plan
A schematic map of the subway lines hung on the wall above Amira's desk.
Caleb showed us a schematic drawing of how the solar panels connect to the battery.
Dewi created a schematic chart of the water cycle for the science project.
- diagrammatic
more technical and less common in everyday use
- simplified
broader in meaning — can describe any simplified version, not just drawings
- detailed
a detailed drawing shows every part, whereas a schematic one shows only the essential connections
用法筆記
Commonly appears before nouns such as diagram, drawing, map, or plan. It describes a representation that prioritises clarity over realistic detail.
常見錯誤
schematics — noun
- schematicssingular
- schematicsesplural
1. a detailed technical drawing that uses symbols and labels to show how a machine,
a detailed technical drawing that uses symbols and labels to show how a machine, device, or system is built and how its parts work together
Anthony studied the schematics carefully before assembling the circuit board.
verb + schematics: study / read / check
Vikram found an old set of schematics for the 1950s radio in his grandfather's toolbox.
collocation: set of schematics
The engineer checked the schematics to find out why the motor kept overheating.
Adina drew schematics for her robot arm and brought them to the workshop.
Without the schematics, tracing the wiring through the wall takes hours.
- blueprint
more common in architecture and construction; tends to imply a final, approved plan
- diagram
broader — any simple explanatory drawing; schematics are a specific type of diagram with standardised symbols
- circuit diagram
specifically refers to electronic or electrical schematics
用法筆記
Schematics is used as a plural noun (the schematics are...) but can refer to a single document. The singular form schematic also exists but is less common than the plural.