This is the 14164th most frequent Spanish word.
tramposo
Deceitful or cheating.
The word 'tramposo' is used to directly accuse someone of unfair behavior, particularly in the context of a game or competition.
Eres un tramposo por hacer trampa en el juego.
You are a cheater for cheating in the game.
Here, 'tramposo' characterizes someone as deceitful or manipulative, extending beyond a specific action to describe habitual behavior.
Mi amigo es tan tramposo que modifica las reglas a su favor.
My friend is so deceitful that he modifies the rules to his advantage.
In this sentence, 'tramposo' reflects an alleged attribute imposed upon the subject, allowing discussion of perceptions and reputations.