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    Monipodio (en. Monopodium)

    /mo.niˈpo.ðjo/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    An individual who deceives or manipulates others for their own benefit.
    That monipodio takes advantage of the most innocent.
    Ese monipodio se aprovecha de los más inocentes.
    A person who acts dishonestly in games or bets.
    In gambling, there is always a monipodio trying to cheat.
    En el juego siempre hay un monipodio que trata de hacer trampas.
    Someone who uses tricks to get what they want, usually illegally.
    Don't trust him, he is a true monipodio.
    No confíes en él, es un verdadero monipodio.

    Etymology

    The word comes from the Spanish term 'monipodio', related to trickery and deceit.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to make a monipodio
    To act deceitfully or fraudulently.
    hacer monipodio
    to be a monipodio
    To be a dishonest person or to deceive others.
    ser un monipodio
    monipodio in play
    A reference to trickery or deceit in a betting or gaming context.
    monipodio en juego

    Related Words

    scam
    The act of deceiving someone for gain.
    estafa
    deceit
    The act of deceiving or distorting the truth.
    engaño
    trick
    Method or technique used to deceive or cheat.
    truco

    Slang Meanings

    A habitual cheater in card games.
    That guy at the table is a monipodio, he always has an ace up his sleeve.
    Ese tipo en la mesa es un monipodio, siempre tiene un as bajo la manga.
    Someone who gets their way by cheating.
    Don't tell him anything, he is a monipodio who only seeks to take advantage.
    No le digas nada, él es un monipodio que solo busca aprovecharse.