baai2 mun4擺門摆门
Jyutpingbaai2 mun4
Yalebáai mùhn
Definition
To set up a trap or layout to trick or swindle someone.
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How it's used
This term specifically refers to the act of creating a deceptive situation or bait to lure someone into a disadvantageous position. It carries a strong connotation of malice or underhandedness, often used when describing scams or elaborate pranks. Unlike general words for lying, it emphasizes the setup process required to catch the victim off guard.
Examples
He set a trap to scam my money, he is really devious.
Are you trying to set a trap to prank me?
Related words
Common phrases
to set a trap to scam people
to deliberately set a trap
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 設局, which is more formal and implies a larger, more structured scheme. 擺門 is strictly colloquial and usually implies a more personal or immediate act of trickery.
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