destreza, ardil, truque
1. Skillful and cunning deception or trickery, especially using manual dexterity or clever manipulation
The magician performed a sleight of hand that amazed the audience.
O mágico realizou um truque de destreza manual que impressionou a plateia.
2. A clever or ingenious trick or stratagem, often used to deceive or outwit someone
By sleight of tongue, the politician avoided answering the difficult question.
Com um ardil na fala, o político evitou responder à pergunta difícil.
3. Dexterity or skillful movement, particularly of the hands
The pickpocket's sleight made it impossible for victims to notice the theft.
A destreza do batedor de carteira impossibilitava as vítimas notarem o roubo.
In both American and Brazilian contexts, 'sleight' is primarily associated with magic performances and illusions. The phrase 'sleight of hand' is universally recognized in magic circles. In Brazil, similar concepts are often expressed through words like 'jogo de mão' or 'malandragem,' which carry cultural connotations of cleverness mixed with roguishness. The term is more formal and less commonly used in everyday speech compared to its synonyms.
NYC Slang
slick move, hustle, con
Related Idioms & Phrases
sleight of hand - uma manipulação enganosa
sleight of tongue - astúcia na fala
by sleight - por ardil ou engano
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