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to con
01
escroquer, arnaquer
to deceive someone in order to deprive them of something, such as money, property, or information
Transitive: to con sb
Exemples
The fraudster conned unsuspecting tourists by selling them counterfeit goods at inflated prices.
L'escroc a arnaqué des touristes sans méfiance en leur vendant des produits contrefaits à des prix gonflés.
02
étudier ou mémoriser quelque chose à fond, surtout par répétition
to study or memorize something thoroughly, especially by repetition
Transitive: to con information
Exemples
He conned the speech word for word to ensure he would not forget it.
Il a appris par cœur le discours mot pour mot pour être sûr de ne pas l'oublier.
Con
01
inconvénient, désavantage
a disadvantage or negative aspect of a situation or decision
Exemples
They discussed the cons of the new policy, including longer working hours and reduced flexibility.
Ils ont discuté des inconvénients de la nouvelle politique, y compris des heures de travail plus longues et une flexibilité réduite.
02
a swindle in which someone is cheated or deceived for another's gain
Exemples
The street vendor 's " rare coin " was actually part of a con.
03
an individual currently serving time in jail or prison
Exemples
He met several cons while working in the prison library.
con
01
against an opinion or proposition
Exemples
The senator spoke con the proposed legislation.
