Schedule
/ˈskedʒuːl/
Definitions
2 meaningsA plan for carrying out a process or procedure, giving lists of intended events and times.
/ˈskedʒuːl/
A plan of activities, often time-bound.
I have a busy schedule this week.
💡 Simply: It's like a to-do list for the future! It tells you when things are supposed to happen. Like, "My schedule says I have to practice the piano at 4 PM."
👶 For kids: A schedule is like a plan that tells you when you're going to do things.
More Examples
The flight schedule was delayed due to weather.
Can you check the schedule for the next meeting?
How It's Used
"The project schedule outlines key milestones."
"Check the train schedule for departure times."
"The class schedule lists the courses for the semester."
To plan (an event) to take place at a particular time.
/ˈskedʒuːl/
To plan for a specific time or date.
Let's schedule a meeting to discuss the project.
💡 Simply: To put something on the calendar, so you know when it's going to happen. For example, “I need to schedule a meeting with the team next week.
👶 For kids: To schedule something means to write it down in your plan for what you are going to do.
More Examples
I need to schedule a time for the repair.
They scheduled the concert for Saturday night.
How It's Used
"We need to schedule the next project phase."
"I will schedule a doctor's appointment for next week."
Synonyms & Antonyms
Idioms & expressions
behind schedule
Delayed; not on time.
"The project is behind schedule and needs extra resources."
ahead of schedule
Completed or planned to be completed earlier than planned
"The project is ahead of schedule, thanks to the team's efficiency."
on schedule
Happening or planned to happen at the correct time
"The construction project is on schedule."
off schedule
Not happening or planned to happen at the correct time
"The train is running off schedule due to track problems."
From Latin *schedula* (a slip of paper), diminutive of *scheda* (sheet of paper), from Greek *skhêdê* (a leaf of papyrus). It entered English in the 14th century.
The word 'schedule' was initially used in a legal context, referring to a list or document attached to a main legal instrument. It gradually broadened its use to include any planned list of events.
Memory tip
Imagine a calendar filled with your appointments – that's your schedule!
Word Origin
"a slip of paper, sheet"