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    Ardid (en. Scheme)

    /aɾˈðid/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A tactic or stratagem used to achieve a goal through deception.
    His ruse was so clever that no one realized its true purpose.
    Su ardid fue tan ingenioso que nadie se dio cuenta de su verdadero propósito.
    A malicious or deceptive plan.
    The ruse he devised to steal the money was very elaborate.
    El ardid que ideó para robarle el dinero fue muy elaborado.
    Ingenious trick used to surprise or confuse.
    The magician used a ruse to dazzle the audience.
    El mago utilizó un ardid para deslumbrar a la audiencia.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'arditus', meaning 'burning' or 'clever'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    a ruse of the devil
    a very clever or deceptive action.
    un ardid del diablo
    to fall for a ruse
    to be a victim of a deception or trap.
    caer en un ardid

    Related Words

    strategy
    Plan or systematic approach to achieve a goal.
    estrategia
    deception
    Action of deceiving, making someone believe something that is not true.
    engaño
    trap
    Device or action designed to catch or deceive.
    trampa

    Slang Meanings

    Cunning or trickery used in informal situations.
    He always finds a ruse to avoid doing his part.
    Siempre encuentra un ardid para evitar hacer su parte.
    A master move in a game or competition.
    That sports ruse left his opponents speechless.
    Ese ardid deportivo dejó a sus oponentes sin palabras.