secret trick; hidden technique; cheat
Refers to an unofficial, clever, or hidden method to achieve something, often in gaming, software, or practical know-how. Can range from a legitimate trick to an exploit or cheat.
This game has a secret command trick.
He knows a few tricks of the trade to finish work quickly.
Standard kanji spelling.
Stylized variant using katakana for ワザ, common in gaming and casual contexts.
Stylized variant using katakana for ウラ, seen in gaming and casual contexts.
Compound of 裏 (ura, 'back, hidden') and 技 (waza, 'technique, skill'). The term likely originated in gaming communities to describe hidden moves or exploits and has broadened to general use.