Swindler Meaning in English
word
ˈswɪndəɫɝ/, /ˈswɪndɫɝ
SWIN-dler
swˈɪndlɐ
SWIN-dluh
Definition
A swindler is a person who cheats others, especially to get money or valuables by lying or trickery.
Usage & Nuances
"Swindler" is formal and often used in news, law, or historical contexts. Common collocations: "con artist" (informal/synonym), "notorious swindler", "online swindler". Don't confuse with "thief" (steals directly), as a swindler deceives. The verb is "swindle".
Spanish: estafador - timadorPortuguese (BR): golpista - vigaristaPortuguese (PT): burlão - vigaristaChinese (Simplified): 骗子Chinese (Traditional): 騙子Hindi: ठग - धोखेबाज़Arabic: محتال - نصّابBengali: প্রতারক - ঠগRussian: мошенникJapanese: 詐欺師Vietnamese: kẻ lừa đảoKorean: 사기꾼Turkish: dolandırıcıUrdu: دھوکہ بازIndonesian: penipu
Example Sentences
The police arrested the swindler yesterday.
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A swindler tricked her into giving away her savings.
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That man is a well-known swindler in town.
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Don't give your credit card number to a swindler online.
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They say the swindler disappeared with millions.
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After the scam, everyone realized he was a swindler all along.
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