‘骗术’ literally combines 骗 (piàn), meaning 'to deceive' or 'to cheat', and 术 (shù), meaning 'technique', 'art', or 'method'. Together, it refers to a calculated, often sophisticated method used to mislead or defraud others — not just a simple lie, but an organized ploy involving planning, disguise, or manipulation. It carries strong negative connotations and is commonly associated with scams, confidence tricks, or fraudulent schemes.

This word appears frequently in news reports about financial fraud, online scams, and criminal investigations. It’s also used metaphorically in contexts like advertising or politics when criticizing misleading tactics. While 骗 alone can be a verb (e.g., 他骗了我), 骗术 is strictly a noun and always refers to the *method* or *system* of deception — never the act itself or the person performing it. It’s more formal and serious than colloquial terms like 花招 or 小把戏.