English–French
“scam” in French
Pronunciation
IPA/fʁod/
Example
Il a été victime d'une fraude en ligne.
He was the victim of an online scam.
How to say “scam” in French
“Scam” in French is fraude.
A mask of legitimacy covering a dishonest way to take money or advantage.
Example sentences with fraude
La police enquête sur une possible fraude.
The police are investigating possible fraud.
Tips for using fraude
- Fraude is more formal than arnaque and is especially common in legal, financial, and journalistic contexts.
Other French words for “scam”
C'est une arnaque, ne paie pas.
It's a scam, don't pay.
Ne te laisse pas avoir par une escroquerie en ligne.
Don't fall for an online scam.