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tricher

to cheat

verb tree-SHEH Less Common

Usage Note

tricher is used for cheating in games, on exams, or in relationships—context makes the domain clear. The noun form is un tricheur / une tricheuse (cheater). The phrase tricher aux cartes means to cheat at cards.

Examples

"Il a triché pendant l'examen."

Natural Translation

He cheated during the exam.

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