English–German

“trick” in German

German

AlsoMasche · täuschen

Pronunciation

IPA/trɪk/

Example

Kennst du einen guten Trick, um Zeit zu sparen?

Do you know a good trick to save time?

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How to say “trick” in German

“Trick” in German is Trick.

A practical shortcut or clever maneuver, with the same word also covering stage illusions and deceptive schemes.

Full entry for Trick: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with Trick

Ich kenne einen Trick, wie man ein Gespräch auflockert.

I know a trick for livening up a conversation.

Tips for using Trick

  • A specific method is often called ein Trick, while general advice is usually ein Tipp, so the two words are not interchangeable.

Other German words for “trick”

Ich kenne seine Masche schon lange.

I've known his trick for a long time.

Er täuscht die Kunden.

He tricks the customers.

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