This is the 1087th most frequent Portuguese word.
esquema
A plan, scheme, or outline.
In this instance, 'esquema' refers to a schematic or diagram representing an object or idea.
Ele desenhou um esquema da máquina no papel.
He drew a diagram of the machine on paper.
Here, 'esquema' denotes a questionable or illicit operation or plan.
Há rumores de um esquema ilegal na empresa.
There are rumors of an illegal scheme in the company.
Here, 'esquema' means a plan or a strategy used to achieve a goal.