"Shyster" is derived from the German word "scheiss," which translates to the swear word for No. 2 in the bathroom.

Is shyster German?

shyster Add to list Share. ... The word comes from the German Scheisser, which is a vulgar term for “worthless person.” Although it contains the word shy, it actually sounds more like heist, which makes sense, since shysters are basically trying to rob you.

What is shyster slang for?

Shyster /ˈʃaɪstər/ (possibly spelled like schiester, scheister, shiester, etc.) is a slang word for someone who acts in a disreputable, unethical, or unscrupulous way, especially in the practice of law, sometimes also politics or business.