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Puerto Rican Spanish
Embuste
Used when expressing skepticism or doubt about something stated.
Literal Meaning
A false statement or representation; a fabrication.
Actual Meaning
Disbelief
Examples in Context

Mi amigo afirmó que había visto un ovni, y yo le dije '¡Embuste!', no podía creerlo.

Ella me explicó que no iba a venir a la fiesta y yo respondí '¡Embuste!', porque siempre cambia de opinión.

Cuando me dijo que ganó la lotería, solo pude decir '¡Embuste!' porque no lo creía.

Helpful Tips
  • 1It’s often said with a tone of surprise or mock disbelief, so your tone can help convey the intended meaning.
  • 2Use 'embuste' when you hear something that seems too unbelievable or exaggerated.
  • 3It's commonly used among friends, so be aware of the lighter context in which it is typically expressed.
Phrase Thesaurus
Similar words and synonyms for this phrase
disbelief
incredulity
skepticism
doubt
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