English Expression · Intermediate
honey trap
The use of a romantic or a sexual relationship to entice a person into revealing secret information
Pronunciation: say honey trap
Meaning
The use of a romantic or a sexual relationship to entice a person into revealing secret information.
Example
“Some girl had made a fool of him,” said Connie with great contempt. “The Dutch set him a honey trap, my dear, and he barged in with his eyes wide shut.”
“Some girl had made a fool of him,” said Connie with great contempt. “The Dutch set him a honey trap, my dear, and he barged in with his eyes wide shut.”
Practice tips
- Practice honey trap out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for intermediate-level learners.