nacigacz

Naciągacz, often written without diacritics as nacigacz in non-diacritic texts, is a colloquial Polish noun describing a person who deceives others to obtain money, goods, or advantages. The standard form is naciągacz and the term carries a pejorative connotation.

Etymology and sense: the word comes from the Polish verb naciągać, meaning to swindle, to pull somebody in with deceit, or to stretch something beyond its truth. The suffix -acz forms an agent noun, yielding “one who swindles.” In everyday speech it is used for people who engage in various frauds or dishonest practices, from false sales pitches to social-engineering scams.

Usage and contexts: naciągacz is common in media, online discussions, and casual conversation to label someone as a fraudster. It is often applied to schemes involving overpromising products or services, fake job offers, dating or friendship scams, and other manipulative tactics. While informal and strong, the term is widely understood across Polish-speaking communities.

Related terms and nuances: in more formal or neutral contexts, synonyms such as oszust or hochs (slang) may be used. Naciągacz typically implies deliberate deceit and financial or material gain, and it may be used to describe a single incident or a general pattern of behavior. The word carries a negative, stigmatizing tone and is not suitable for neutral or technical descriptions.