कपटी
/kəpʈiː/Someone who deceives or tricks others for personal gain; untrustworthy.
उसका कपटी स्वभाव सबको पता चल गया है।
Everyone has realized his deceitful nature.
कपटी लोग दूसरों को धोखा देते हैं।
Deceitful people cheat others.
Often used to describe people who pretend to be honest but act dishonestly.
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💡Pro Tip
Usage Tip
Use 'कपटी' to describe someone who deliberately hides their true intentions to manipulate others. It is stronger than 'झूठा' (liar) as it implies cunning and strategy.
⚡Gold Rule
Avoid Misuse
Do not confuse 'कपटी' with 'गलत' (wrong) or 'बुरा' (bad). 'कपटी' specifically refers to deceitful behavior, not just general wrongdoing.
📖Word Origin
Derived from the Sanskrit word 'कपट' (kapata) meaning 'deceit' or 'trickery'. The suffix '-ई' (-ī) forms an adjective, indicating 'full of' or 'having the quality of'.
📝Usage Notes
Commonly used in both spoken and written Hindi to describe people who are not trustworthy. Often implies premeditated dishonesty.