The Reference Desk: A Plain-Language Casino & Betting Glossary
Every field has its jargon, and casinos are no exception. Keep this Reference Desk open in a tab. Terms are grouped so you can find slot words, payment words, sports words and instant-win words fast.
Slot & RTP terms
| Term | Plain-language meaning |
|---|---|
| RTP | Return to Player, the % of all wagers a game pays back over the long run. 97% RTP = 3% house edge. |
| Volatility / Variance | How a game pays: low = small frequent wins, high = rare but larger wins. |
| House edge | The casino's built-in mathematical advantage; the flip side of RTP (100% minus RTP). |
| Wild | A symbol that substitutes for others to help complete a winning combination. |
| Scatter | A symbol that pays or triggers free spins regardless of position on the reels. |
| Cascade / Tumble | Winning symbols disappear and new ones drop in, allowing chain wins on one spin. |
| Max win | The maximum payout a game can produce, shown as a multiple of your stake, e.g. 15,000×. |
Payment terms
| Term | Plain-language meaning |
|---|---|
| GCash | The most popular PH e-wallet. Min deposit ₱50, ₱100,000/day limit, settles over InstaPay. |
| InstaPay | Real-time transfer rail. Caps: ₱50,000 per transaction, ₱500,000 per day, 24/7. |
| PESONet | Batch transfer rail for larger amounts; settles same or next banking day. |
| KYC | Know Your Customer, the one-time ID check required before your first withdrawal (24–48h review). |
| Cash-in | Loading money into an e-wallet. GCash cash-in is free to ₱8,000/month, then ~2%. |
Sports betting terms
| Term | Plain-language meaning |
|---|---|
| Odds | A number expressing both the payout and the implied probability of a selection. |
| Stake / Unit | The amount you bet. A unit is your standard stake, usually 1–2% of your bankroll. |
| Parlay / Accumulator | Several bets combined into one; every leg must win for it to pay. |
| Over/Under (Totals) | A bet on whether the combined score is above or below a set number. |
| Handicap / Spread | A points head-start or deduction applied to level an uneven match. |
Instant-win & bonus terms
| Term | Plain-language meaning |
|---|---|
| Instant-win game | A quick game (like Mines) resolved in one action, often with a cash-out-anytime button. |
| Mines | An instant-win grid game; you pick how many mines, setting your own risk and multiplier. |
| Cash-out button | Lets you lock in the current win mid-game before risking more. |
| Wagering requirement | How many times you must bet a bonus before it becomes withdrawable cash (e.g. 20×). |
| Bankroll | The money set aside for play only, never money needed for bills or savings. |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does RTP stand for?
RTP stands for Return to Player, the percentage of total wagers a game is designed to return over the long run. A 97% RTP leaves a 3% house edge.
What is the difference between InstaPay and PESONet?
InstaPay is a real-time rail capped at ₱50,000 per transaction and ₱500,000 per day. PESONet is a batch rail with no fixed per-transaction cap, better for larger transfers, settling same or next banking day.
What is a wagering requirement?
It is a multiplier showing how many times you must bet a bonus before it converts to withdrawable cash. A ₱100 bonus at 20× wagering needs ₱2,000 in bets first.
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