verb / noun HSK 6
Traditional 欺詐
to defraud · to cheat · fraud · deception
Meaning
欺诈 refers to deliberate deception for unlawful or unfair gain, typically involving lying or misrepresentation to obtain money, property, or advantage. It's a formal, legal term commonly used in business, law, and financial contexts to describe fraudulent activities.
Usage
This is a formal term primarily used in legal, financial, and business contexts. In everyday conversation, people might use simpler words like 骗 (piàn) instead. 欺诈 often appears in news reports about scams, legal cases, and official documents. It carries a serious, criminal connotation.
Examples
- 01这家公司因为金融欺诈被起诉了。.This company was prosecuted for financial fraud.
- 02警方提醒市民提高警惕，防止网络欺诈。, .The police reminded citizens to be vigilant and prevent online fraud.
Characters
Measure words
- 起一起欺诈案件
- 件一件欺诈事件
Common collocations
- 欺诈行为fraudulent behavior
- 金融欺诈financial fraud
- 网络欺诈online fraud
- 欺诈罪fraud (crime)
Antonyms
Origin
Both characters relate to deception: 欺 originally meant to bully or oppress, while 诈 meant to deceive or trick. Together they form a compound emphasizing intentional fraudulent behavior.