A classic black magician's top hat sitting on a surface, from which a surprised white rabbit is emerging, illustrating a magic trick.

trucos

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nounmA1

tricks?general or magic,hacks?tips or shortcuts

Also:stunts?action or performance,gimmicks?methods or devices

📝 In Action

El mago nos mostró muchos trucos impresionantes.

The magician showed us many impressive tricks.

¿Conoces algún truco para estudiar mejor?

Do you know any tricks (or hacks) for studying better?

Estos trucos de cocina te ahorrarán mucho tiempo.

These cooking tips/hacks will save you a lot of time.

No caigas en los trucos baratos de esa publicidad.

Don't fall for the cheap gimmicks in that advertisement.

Word Connections

Synonyms

artimañas (wiles, schemes)
consejos (advice, tips)
secretos (secrets)

Antonyms

verdades (truths)
sinceridad (sincerity)

Common Collocations

hacer trucos – to do tricks (magic)
trucos de magia – magic tricks
trucos de la vida – life hacks

Idioms & Expressions

saber el truco – to know the secret or the method
sin trucos – straightforward, without hidden agendas

💡 Grammar Points

Plural Form

Since 'truco' (the singular form) ends in a vowel, you make it plural by simply adding '-s', resulting in 'trucos'.

❌ Common Pitfalls

Gender Confusion

Mistake: "Using 'las trucos' or 'una truco'."

Correction: Remember 'truco' is masculine (el truco), so use masculine articles: 'los trucos' or 'unos trucos'.

⭐ Usage Tips

The 'Hack' Meaning

When talking about clever shortcuts or useful tips (like 'life hacks'), 'trucos' is a very natural and common word to use in Spanish.

✏️ Quick Practice

💡 Quick Quiz: trucos

Question 1 of 2

Which English word best translates 'trucos' when referring to quick ways to clean your house?

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Word Family

truco(trick, gimmick (singular)) - noun

trucar(to rig, to tamper with) - verb

truquero(trickster, cheater) - noun

Frequently Asked Questions

Is 'trucos' only used for magic tricks?

No! While it is perfect for magic, it's very commonly used for helpful tips, life hacks, or even deceptive schemes. It just means a clever method or secret action.

How do you say 'trick or treat' using 'trucos'?

You don't! The phrase 'trick or treat' in Spanish is usually translated as 'Truco o trato' (trick or deal/treat) or sometimes 'Dulce o truco' (candy or trick), especially during Halloween.