Schinner (en. Schinner)
/ʃinɛʁ/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
A person who behaves dishonestly.
This schinner stole millions without scruples.
Ce schinner a volé des millions sans scrupules.
A suspicious individual, often associated with illegal activities.
He always hangs out with schinners.
Il traîne toujours avec des schinners.
A con artist or a scammer.
I met a schinner in that scam.
J'ai rencontré un schinner dans cette arnaque.
Etymology
The word 'schinner' comes from French slang and is often used in pejorative contexts.
Common Phrases and Expressions
schinner in town
Refers to a dishonest person who stands out in a place.
schinner en ville
not to be a schinner
To be someone trustworthy.
ne pas être un schinner
to live like a schinner
To have a lifestyle associated with illegality or dishonesty.
vivre comme un schinner
Related Words
scammer
A person who deceives others to obtain money.
arnaqueur
scam
The act of deceiving someone to make them lose money.
escroquerie
fraud
An illegal act of deceiving someone for gain.
fraude
Slang Meanings
A person who takes advantage of others.
He is really schinner, always looking out for his own interests.
Il est vraiment schinner, toujours à la recherche de ses propres intérêts.
An individual who does not follow the rules.
This place is known for attracting schinners.
Cet endroit est connu pour attirer les schinners.