taikatemppu — meaning in English

English meaning

• illusion noun A false or misleading impression created by something that appears real.
• magic noun The use of rituals, spells, or supernatural forces believed to influence events or beings beyond normal explanation.
• trick noun An action meant to deceive, fool, or outsmart someone.

Senses

taikatemppu is used for these senses in English:

• illusion (countable) A magician’s trick.
• magic (entertainment) The art or practice of performing conjuring tricks and illusions to give the appearance of supernatural phenomena or powers.
• magic trick A remarkable act carried out purportedly by magical means but in reality performed by trickery or illusion, generally as a form of entertainment.
• trick A single element of a magician's (or any variety entertainer's) act; a magic trick.

illusion — full definition

1. noun A false or misleading impression created by something that appears real.
2. noun A magic trick performed to deceive an audience.

magic — full definition

1. noun The use of rituals, spells, or supernatural forces believed to influence events or beings beyond normal explanation.
2. noun The performance of tricks and illusions designed to look supernatural, done for entertainment.
3. noun A remarkable, almost inexplicable quality that makes something work brilliantly or feel special.
4. adj Wonderful or excellent; producing extraordinary results.

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