No. 10,421 in German
pyramidenspiel
"Pyramidenspiel" is the German term for a "pyramid scheme," a fraudulent investment scheme where returns are paid from new participants' contributions rather than profit.
In a sentence
Das Pyramidenspiel verspricht schnelle Gewinne, aber birgt hohe Risiken.
The pyramid scheme promises quick profits but carries high risks.
The word 'Pyramidenspiel' in this context refers to a financial scheme resembling a pyramid, often involving deceptive practices promising financial gains for recruiting others.
Ein Pyramidenspiel ist in vielen Ländern illegal und kann schwere rechtliche Folgen haben.
A pyramid scheme is illegal in many countries and can lead to severe legal consequences.
Here, 'Pyramidenspiel' is used as a noun defining an illegal or unethical business structure.
Er hat in ein vermeintliches Pyramidenspiel investiert und viel Geld verloren.
He invested in an alleged pyramid scheme and lost a lot of money.
In this sentence, 'Pyramidenspiel' is depicted as a suspect financial opportunity leading to personal financial loss.
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