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/Sounds like 'vay-LEH lah KA-rah'/

To deceive or cheat someone in a blatant and shameless manner, taking advantage of their naivety or trusting nature. It's about exploiting someone's good faith, being dishonest, and unfair, often in a way that's obvious and intentional.

Example

"You got cheated in that business, they took advantage of you."

"Don't let them cheat you, investigate before signing anything."

Regional synonyms:

Resaca en Ecuador. Ese malestar con dolor de cabeza, náuseas y arrepentimiento después de una noche de tragos. Es una palabra quechua que los ecuatorianos usan a diario.