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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.

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