Shenanigans
This noun, used in informal contexts and as a plural, refers to secret or dishonest activities that people find interesting or amusing.
Origin:
The origin of the word is not clear though there are a few theories.
Suggestions include the Spanish word chanada, a shortened form of charranada that meant “trick, deceit”. Also, the German word schenigelei, a slang for “work, craft”. Another guess is the Irish word sionnach meaning “fox”.
One thing that’s certain is it has been in use since the mid-19th Century because the earliest known use of the word in print appeared in an 1855-issue of San Francisco’s periodical “Town Talk”.
Example:
He knew she’s never put up with his shenanigans.
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