jau5 pin3誘騙诱骗
Jyutpingjau5 pin3
Yaleyáuh pin
Definition
To lure and cheat; to entice someone into a trap or deception using tempting offers.
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How it's used
Focuses on the combination of temptation and deception, often involving a calculated trap set by the perpetrator. It is frequently used in contexts involving financial scams, fraudulent investments, or grooming scenarios. Unlike generic words for lying, this term emphasizes the active process of drawing the victim into a disadvantageous situation through false promises.
Examples
He was lured and cheated into signing a contract, and ended up losing all his money.
You must not let yourself be lured and cheated by those online advertisements.
Related words
Common phrases
to lure and cheat a victim
to lure and cheat someone into an investment
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 呃, which is a general term for lying or cheating. 誘騙 specifically implies a process of luring or enticing someone into a trap, whereas 呃 can simply mean telling a lie or pulling a quick prank.
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