/fɔls prɪˈtɛns/ – Phrase
Definition: trình bày sai sự thật để lừa đảo.
A more thorough explanation: False (fraudulent) pretense refers to a deliberate misrepresentation of facts or intentions made by an individual with the intent to deceive another person for personal gain or to cause harm. This term is often used in the context of criminal law to describe a situation where someone makes false statements or representations in order to obtain money, property, or some other benefit from another person through deceitful means.
Example: The defendant was charged with obtaining money by false pretences after he fraudulently claimed to be a licensed contractor in order to secure a construction contract.