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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
骗子piànziswindlerHSK 6, unknown, 15 strokes, rank #1778, Hard
骗子piànzia cheatHSK 6, unknown, 15 strokes, rank #1778, Hard
piànzi(pian4zi5)pian zi T4
  1. 1swindler
  2. 2a cheat
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March 24, 2026

骗子(騙子)piànzi(pian4zi5)

The word 骗子 (piànzi) refers to a person who deceives or tricks others, typically for personal gain. This term is commonly used in contexts involving fraud or dishonesty, such as scams or con artists. It carries a negative connotation, emphasizing the untrustworthiness of the individual described.

Strokes15Frequency#1778DifficultyHard
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, the concept of a 骗子 is often illustrated in folklore, where tricksters deceive the unsuspecting. This reflects broader societal values regarding trust and caution in interpersonal relationships, especially in financial matters.

Memory Tip

Imagine a sneaky fox (the character 骗) wearing a disguise (子) to trick other animals out of their food. The fox's cunning nature helps you remember that 骗子 means 'swindler' or 'cheat', and the pronunciation piànzi sounds like 'pantsy', as if the fox is wearing 'pants' to hide its true identity.

Meanings of 骗子

piànzi(pian4zi5)
1swindler
2a cheat
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About 骗子

骗子Simplified
騙子Traditional
15Strokes
—Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L6IntermediateHSKKL3CEFRB2

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Quick Contrast

骗子 (piànzi) vs 欺诈者 (qīzhàzhě) — use 骗子 for a more casual or colloquial reference to a deceiver, while 欺诈者 is more formal and emphasizes the act of fraud itself.

Usage Notes

When using 骗子, be mindful of its negative implications; it is informal and should be used with caution in formal discussions. Common collocations include 骗子行为 (piànzi xíngwéi - swindling behavior) and 骗子公司 (piànzi gōngsī - scam company). Avoid using it lightly, as it can be offensive.

HSK Study Tips

While 骗子 is not an HSK word, it connects to HSK Level 4 vocabulary, particularly words related to trust and honesty. Students should focus on the nuances of deception and how this word can fit into discussions about morality and ethics.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 骗子 with the word 朋友 (péngyǒu - friend). They might say 他是我的骗子 (tā shì wǒ de piànzi - he is my swindler) instead of 他是我的朋友 (tā shì wǒ de péngyǒu - he is my friend). Always ensure you are using the correct context.

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Component Characters

骗piànto cheat
HSK 512 strokes马
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子zison
HSK 33 strokes子
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How to say swindler in Chinese

“swindler” in Chinese is骗子piànzi

The word 骗子 (piànzi) refers to a person who deceives or tricks others, typically for personal gain. This term is commonly used in contexts involving fraud or dishonesty, such as scams or con artists. It carries a negative connotation, emphasizing the untrustworthiness of the individual described.

When to use 骗子

When using 骗子, be mindful of its negative implications; it is informal and should be used with caution in formal discussions. Common collocations include 骗子行为 (piànzi xíngwéi - swindling behavior) and 骗子公司 (piànzi gōngsī - scam company). Avoid using it lightly, as it can be offensive.

骗子 or something close to it

骗子 (piànzi) vs 欺诈者 (qīzhàzhě) — use 骗子 for a more casual or colloquial reference to a deceiver, while 欺诈者 is more formal and emphasizes the act of fraud itself.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 骗子 with the word 朋友 (péngyǒu - friend). They might say 他是我的骗子 (tā shì wǒ de piànzi - he is my swindler) instead of 他是我的朋友 (tā shì wǒ de péngyǒu - he is my friend). Always ensure you are using the correct context.

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No, 骗子 specifically refers to someone who intentionally deceives others for personal gain, not someone who makes an honest mistake.

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