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    Trampas (en. Traps)

    /ˈtɾampas/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Device used to catch or hold something.
    He set traps in the woods to catch animals.
    Colocó trampas en el bosque para cazar animales.
    Strategy or tactic used to deceive someone.
    His traps to win the game did not bring him victory.
    Sus trampas para ganar en el juego no le trajeron la victoria.
    Term also used to refer to dishonest tactics.
    He was disqualified for using traps in the exam.
    Fue descalificado por usar trampas en el examen.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'trampa', which means trap or slab for catching.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to set traps
    To deceive or capture someone.
    poner trampas
    to fall into the trap
    To be deceived by a strategy or lie.
    caer en la trampa
    deadly trap
    A trap that can cause death or serious harm.
    trampa mortal

    Related Words

    trap
    Instrument or action to catch.
    trampa
    trickster
    Person who uses traps or deceits.
    trampista

    Slang Meanings

    Use of deceptive tactics in competitions.
    He was caught using traps in the tournament.
    Fue pillado utilizando trampas en el torneo.
    Complicated or difficult situation to handle.
    Being in a trap with your debts is stressful.
    Estar en una trampas con tus deudas es estresante.