No. 4,390 in Spanish
trick
The Spanish word for "trick" is "truco," meaning a clever action or device used to deceive, achieve a goal, or perform an illusion.
In a sentence
Mi amigo realizó un truco de magia increíble.
My friend performed an incredible magic trick.
In this sentence, 'truco' refers to a magic trick, showcasing a sense of entertainment and skill used in a magical performance.
Esa pregunta en el examen tenía un truco escondido.
That question in the exam had a hidden trick.
Here, 'truco' illustrates a trick in the sense of a hidden or clever device meant to confuse or challenge the observer.
No me gusta cuando intentas usar trucos para ganar.
I don't like it when you try to use tricks to win.
In this case, 'trucos' refers to techniques or strategies utilized unfairly or deceptively to achieve an objective.
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