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“scheme” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajitakuramu

Example

彼は何かをたくらんでいます。kare wa nan ka o ta ku ra n de i ma su

He is plotting something.

Illustration for たくらむ (scheme)

How to say “scheme” in Japanese

“Scheme” in Japanese is たくらむ (takuramu).

It conveys a concealed plan that is developed with a particular aim, often one that others would not approve of.

Full entry for たくらむ: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with たくらむ

彼女は友達を驚かせるいたずらをたくらみました。kano jo wa tomo dachi o odoro ka se ru i ta zu ra o ta ku ra mi ma shi ta

She plotted a prank to surprise her friend.

Tips for using たくらむ

  • English speakers may use scheme for a harmless program or system, whereas たくらむ (takuramu, "to scheme") normally points to a secretive intention.

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