栽赃 (zāi zāng): Frame (Verb) — Meaning & Stroke Order

He stole something, but framed me for it.

I was never involved in that theft case; this is entirely a malicious frame-up by someone.

In fierce business competition, framing opponents to damage their reputation is a despicable tactic.

In office politics, he often frames his competitors to gain promotion opportunities.

Don't worry, the surveillance footage can prove his innocence; no one can successfully frame him.