Knowledge Base
Glossary
Plain-English definitions for the terminology used across Betcity Asia My.
- Accumulator
- Similar to a parlay, a bet that combines multiple selections and the winnings from each selection roll over to the next.
- Asian Handicap
- A handicap given to teams in a match to level the playing field, removing the draw option and offering adjusted odds.
- Bankroll
- The total amount of money you have set aside for betting; managing it helps you play responsibly.
- Bookmaker Margin
- The commission or 'juice' a bookmaker builds into odds, ensuring they profit regardless of the outcome.
- Cash Out
- A feature that lets you settle your bet before all events have finished, locking in a profit or cutting a loss.
- Decimal Odds
- A way to express odds as a single number (e.g., 2.50) that includes your stake; multiply your bet by this number to calculate total payout.
- Fractional Odds
- A traditional odds format shown as a fraction (e.g., 5/1); the first number shows potential profit for each unit of the second number bet.
- Free Bet
- A bet credited by the sportsbook that you can use on selected markets; any win is paid out but the free bet stake is not returned.
- House Edge
- The built-in advantage the casino has in each game, expressed as a percentage of each bet that the casino expects to keep.
- KYC
- Know Your Customer; the process of verifying a player's identity and age to comply with legal and security standards.
- Live Betting
- Placing bets on a game or event while it is in progress, with odds that update in real time.
- Loyalty Program
- A rewards scheme that gives regular players points, perks, or exclusive offers based on their activity and betting volume.
- Moneyline Odds
- Odds expressed as a positive or negative number indicating how much you win on a $100 bet or how much you need to bet to win $100.
- No Deposit Bonus
- A small bonus credited just for signing up, allowing you to try games without depositing, but often has strict withdrawal limits.
- Over/Under
- A bet on whether the total score or specific statistic will be over or under a set number set by the sportsbook.
- Parlay
- A single bet that links two or more selections; all must win for the bet to pay out, offering higher odds but higher risk.
- Progressive Jackpot
- A prize pool that grows each time the game is played and can be won randomly or through a specific combination, often reaching life‑changing amounts.
- Responsible Gambling
- Practices and tools (like deposit limits, time-outs, and support resources) that help players stay in control of their betting.
- RNG
- Random Number Generator; software that ensures game outcomes are completely random and fair, used in slots and casino games.
- RTP
- The percentage of total bets a game pays back to players over time; higher RTP means better odds for the player.
- Self-Exclusion
- A voluntary option that lets you block your own account for a set period, helping you take a break from gambling.
- Volatility
- How often and how much a slot game pays out; high volatility pays bigger wins less often, low volatility pays smaller wins more often.
- Wagering Requirement
- The number of times you must bet a bonus amount before you can withdraw any winnings from that bonus.
- Welcome Bonus
- A promotional offer for new customers, usually a match on the first deposit or free bets, subject to wagering rules.
- Wild Symbol
- A slot symbol that can substitute for other symbols to create winning combinations, increasing the chance of a payout.