Meaning of "bamboozler" in English

A "bamboozler" is a person who deceives or confuses others, often for personal gain or amusement. This term implies cleverness or trickery, as the bamboozler typically uses cunning methods to lead people astray. It can describe someone practicing fraud or deception in a lighthearted or humorous context, or it can refer to someone who mischievously plays pranks that baffle or bewilder others. Often, a bamboozler operates subtly, making their intentions or manipulations hard to detect by their targets.

Meaning of "bamboozler" in French

In French, the term "bamboozler" also refers to someone who deceives or fools others. This typically playful or cunning individual employs tricks or deceit to achieve their ends, often surprising or amusing those they deceive. The word carries a nuance of skillful trickery, where the person in question uses intellectual or witty means to manipulate situations or perceptions. Although "bamboozler" is borrowed directly from English, its meaning is recognized in similar contexts within French, describing someone who might engage in scheming or pranks.

Pronunciation of "bamboozler" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /bæmˈbuːzlə/

Pronunciation Variations: In different English-speaking regions, the intonation or stress might slightly vary, but generally, the pronunciation remains consistent across dialects.

Pronunciation of "bamboozler" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /bɑ̃.bu.zle/

Pronunciation Variations: There are minimal variations in pronunciation within French dialects due to the direct borrowing of the term, retaining the original English pronunciation.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

  1. The bamboozler pulled off an incredible trick at the carnival. (Le bamboozleur a réalisé un tour incroyable au carnaval.)

  2. Nobody knew how the bamboozler managed to switch the cards so quickly. (Personne ne savait comment le bamboozleur avait pu changer aussi vite les cartes.)

  3. Her reputation as a bamboozler was well-known in the town. (Sa réputation de bamboozleur était bien connue dans la ville.)

  4. The bamboozler's charm often left his victims bewildered. (Le charme du bamboozleur laissait souvent ses victimes perplexes.)

  5. Even experienced players were fooled by the bamboozler's tricks. (Même les joueurs expérimentés étaient dupés par les astuces du bamboozleur.)

  6. Children love the tales of the clever bamboozler in the storybook. (Les enfants adorent les contes du bamboozleur astucieux du livre d'histoires.)

  7. Despite his pranks, the bamboozler was always forgiven for his good nature. (Malgré ses farces, le bamboozleur était toujours pardonné pour sa bonne nature.)

  8. It takes a true bamboozler to pull off such a complex con. (Il faut un vrai bamboozleur pour réaliser une arnaque aussi complexe.)

  9. The bamboozler left the audience gasping with his final act. (Le bamboozleur a laissé le public bouche bée avec son numéro final.)

  10. Trusting a bamboozler is never a wise decision. (Faire confiance à un bamboozleur n'est jamais une décision sage.)

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "bamboozler" in English

Synonyms: deceiver, trickster, swindler, impostor, charlatan, fraudster, con artist, hoaxer, dissembler, pretender.

Antonyms: honest person, trustworthy individual, truth-teller, forthright person, genuine character.

Similar Words: prankster, joker, schemer, manipulator, illusionist.

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "bamboozler" in French

Synonyms: trompeur, mystificateur, imposteur, charlatan, fraudeur, tricheur, farceur, manipulateur, illusionniste, berneur.

Antonyms: personne honnête, personne de confiance, sincère, véridique, authentique.

Similar Words: farceur, plaisantin, combinard, illusionniste.

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