artificio

el artificio(
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A masculine noun is used with masculine articles and adjectives (e.g., el hombre guapo, el sol amarillo).
masculine noun
a. trick
En vez de decir la verdad intentas conseguir tus objetivos con artificios.Instead of telling the truth you try to achieve your goals with tricks.
b. artifice
El ladrón ideó un artificio para entrar en el museo haciéndose pasar por un guarda de seguridad.The thief devised an artifice to enter the museum passing himself off as a security guard.
a. device
La mayoría de artificios requieren de electricidad para funcionar.Most devices need electricity to work.
a. craftsmanship
A pesar de cierta falta de artificio, su obra expresa sentimientos honestos.Despite certain lack of craftsmanship, her work expresses honest feelings.
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