Cuento (en. Tale)

/ˈkwento/

Synonyms

Slang Meanings

False or exaggerated story.
They told me a tale that there was a hidden treasure here.
Me contaron un cuento de que había un tesoro escondido aquí.
Unbelievable excuse or reason.
I don't buy that story you told to justify yourself.
No me trago ese cuento que dijiste para justificarte.