pin3 seot6騙術骗术
Jyutpingpin3 seot6
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Definition
Deception, swindling tactics, or a trick used to cheat people.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the methods or techniques used to defraud someone, rather than the act of lying itself. It carries a slightly formal or analytical tone, often appearing in news reports or warnings about scams. When speaking informally about being tricked, people prefer using the verb 呃 or the noun 騙局.
Measure word
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This type of deception is very low-level, you can see through it at a glance.
How did you manage to see through that scammer's deception?
Related words
Common phrases
to see through a deception
endless emerging scams
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 騙局, which refers to the entire scam or setup, whereas 騙術 focuses on the specific tricks or skills employed by the perpetrator.
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