linlang
línlang with stress marks
deceit; fraud; hoax
Usage Note
Linlang refers to deliberate deception, trickery, or fraud intended to mislead someone for personal gain. The word carries a strong moral charge and is used in news reports about scams and in warnings about dishonest behavior — stronger and more intentional in connotation than a simple mistake. The verb form linlangin means to deceive someone.
Examples
" Huwag mo akong linlangin. "
Natural Translation
Don't deceive me.
Literal Translation
Don't you me deceive.
" Biktima siya ng linlang. "
Natural Translation
He/She is a victim of fraud.
Literal Translation
Victim he/she of fraud.
" Maraming tao ang nalinlang ng mga manloloko na nangangakong doble ang kikitain sa pera nila. "
Natural Translation
Many people were deceived by scammers who promised they would double the money they earned.
Literal Translation
Many people the deceived by the scammers that promising double the will-earn on money their.
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