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    Treta (en. Ruse)

    /ˈtɾeta/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A strategy or tactic used to deceive someone.
    He used a trick to win the game.
    Utilizó una treta para ganar el juego.
    Trick or ruse that seeks a specific end.
    His trick was so clever that no one noticed.
    Su treta fue tan astuta que nadie se dio cuenta.
    Deceptive method to gain an advantage.
    The trick used in the negotiation was very controversial.
    La treta utilizada en la negociación fue muy polémica.

    Etymology

    The term 'treta' comes from the Latin 'tracta', related to 'tractare', which means to handle or treat.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to pull a trick
    To use a deception to gain a benefit.
    hacer una treta
    to fall for the trick
    To be deceived by a dishonest maneuver.
    caer en la treta
    magician's trick
    A trick or illusionism used in shows.
    treta de mago

    Related Words

    deception
    The act of deceiving.
    engaño
    strategy
    A plan or method to achieve a goal.
    estrategia
    manipulation
    The act of handling something ingeniously.
    manipulación

    Slang Meanings

    Clever trick.
    That was a well-thought-out trick.
    Esa fue una treta bien pensada.
    Little play
    In the end, his little play was what led him to win.
    Al final, su jugadita fue lo que lo llevó a ganar.