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Esto es un timo
/EHS-to es oon TEE-mo/
This is a scam
When to use it
Common in Spain to call out a fraud or rip-off. Literally means 'This is a swindle.'
In conversation
— Este producto cuesta 500 euros, es un timo.
“— This product costs 500 euros, it's a scam.”